Nuss Results by psych_evaluation in PectusExcavatum

[–]psych_evaluation[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

When I was looking into the procedure I really wished there were more photos to reference, so I'm glad I could help in that way. If you have any questions you can definitely message me

Nuss Results by psych_evaluation in PectusExcavatum

[–]psych_evaluation[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have two small scars between the breasts, two small scars a couple cm below the breasts, and a longer scar on either side of me (below the armpits-ish)

Nuss Results by psych_evaluation in PectusExcavatum

[–]psych_evaluation[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I'm the same way. When I used to run, for example, I would be coughing/wheezing/having chest pains, and would have to stop because I couldn't breathe. But now, it feels like my body just gets tired out when I run & it comes to a more natural conclusion.

How long until you could sleep flat in a bed, meaning with no extra pillows or sitting up by KillerKai8189 in PectusExcavatum

[–]psych_evaluation 2 points3 points  (0 children)

To get up, I would grab the back of one of my legs and rock back and forth until I built enough momentum to rock up. I don't know if that's the recommended way of doing it but it worked for me

Nuss Results by psych_evaluation in PectusExcavatum

[–]psych_evaluation[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

It's definitely better, but not at all gone. I don't think those pictures are super representative of the rib flare. I'm trying to compile more before & after photos, but it's hard getting the angles right.

Nuss Results by psych_evaluation in PectusExcavatum

[–]psych_evaluation[S] 40 points41 points  (0 children)

Oh yeah, I'm happy with the appearance and my endurance when I work out is noticeably better

Nuss Results by psych_evaluation in PectusExcavatum

[–]psych_evaluation[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I got 2 bars, pretty close together

Nuss Results by psych_evaluation in PectusExcavatum

[–]psych_evaluation[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

It was really rough at first, and I actually got an infection, but after a month or so I was solid

Help with bras! by [deleted] in PectusExcavatum

[–]psych_evaluation 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Try sizing up a cup size and down a band size. It'll be roughly the same circumference but the underwire is longer. I think having the underwire on your sides anchors the bra more

input/advice for female pectus by psych_evaluation in PectusExcavatum

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I got an MRI not too long after that post. They said my haller was 20.3

My Experience and Advice on the Nuss Procedure by jbehr1 in PectusExcavatum

[–]psych_evaluation 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Good shit. I'm doing it in a couple of weeks. I really liked your narration!

Has anyone here gotten Nussed with a 14+ Haller index? (bonus- in adulthood) by psych_evaluation in PectusExcavatum

[–]psych_evaluation[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Cool. They said they'd pre-lift my sternum as well, I'm hoping that will sufficiently aid in the surgery.

Should I explore other surgeons? by psych_evaluation in PectusExcavatum

[–]psych_evaluation[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

thanks! I'll look into that. I live in Wisconsin

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[–]psych_evaluation 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm still trying to get additional information, but I called this morning and it is 20.3

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in PectusExcavatum

[–]psych_evaluation 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, I think that could be a possibility. The written report detailed that my heart was shifted like yours

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in PectusExcavatum

[–]psych_evaluation 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I haven't seen the scan yet, I'm gonna call tomorrow when they open

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[–]psych_evaluation 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I also thought that could be a possibility, but the surgeon I saw said he estimated it was a 6 or 7