Decided To Do The Surgery!!
#167545 - 04/06/05 09:37 AM
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Kimm
Reged: 03/10/04
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Loc: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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So I saw the surgeon yesterday for my breast reduction and after lots of thought and a long talk I've decided to go ahead with the surgery.
I've set the date for September 29 so that I have some time to prepare for it. He said I could have it done as early as one month from now but I'd rather not rush it.
I'm so excited and nervous at the same time. I told him how I absolutely under no circumstances want to throw up. I know when they put you out for surgery sometimes you react to the stuff and it makes you throw up. He listened to my concerns and promised me he would give me ALL 3 of the anti-nausea drugs at the maximum doses....but then proceeded to tell me that sometimes they don't work on people no matter how much you give them and he has had patients that just "heave all night long". LOVELY!!
I tell you guys....I'm not scared of the pain, the scarring, the healing, being put out, ANYTHING....I am only terrified of throwing up when I wake up from surgery. How pathetic and stupid does that sound??
Anyway....just wanted to share the news!!
Edited by Kimm (04/06/05 12:15 PM)
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Hi Kimm - I just had implants and a breast lift last Monday. Surgery was about 2 hours - I took vicodin for two days. After that I was/am uncomfortable..I didn't want to take anymore Vicodin because it makes me "c". I got my stitches out last Thursday and everyday gets a little better. I also had to take an antibiotic - I think that was the worst part (the last two days of it gave me "d"). Hugs - I am sure you will do fine:-)
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Lisa
IBS-C, pain predominant
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I think its great you finally decided to do this!! I've been "put under" several times just in the last year. I ALWAYS have them give me the anti-nausea drugs and I've never thrown up, thankfully! One other thing to talk to him about BEFORE the surgery is what pain medication you will be sent home with. I didn't know that Codiene upset me and was given it after my gall bladder surgery and a few years ago and THAT did make me throw-up.  I know that I can tolerate Darvocet and Vicodin just fine so I always ask for one of those instead of the tylenol with Codiene!
As was mentioned before, most pain pills cause C so you may want to have some stool softners on hand, just in case!! 
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Taking it one day at a time.....
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I would try not to worry about it. I came through my surgery just fine (c-section but they put me out). Most people don't react to the anaesthesia at all. You should be just fine. Good luck with the surgery!
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Formerly HanSolo. IBS, OCD, Bipolar, PTSD times 3.
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Good luck Kimm! I know that you were thinking of this for awhile, right? Don't be embarrassed about the throwing up concerns, I think that is BETTER that that is the only thing you are afraid of going into surgery.
Lots of hugs being sent your way!
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-Sheri
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I have been thinking about this one too, but have decided to give it another year at least due to other issues.. but best of luck!!! *HUG*
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Dietetics Student (anticipating RD exam in Aug 2010)
IBS - A
Dairy Allergic
Fructose and MSG intollerant
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Congrats on your decision! I think you'll be VERY pleased with the results. 
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Sounds cool!
#167660 - 04/06/05 01:21 PM
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Linz
Reged: 09/01/03
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And any phobias are NOT pathetic...plus throwing up is something NO-ONE likes!  Personally, I've never had any problems.
Can he give you anti-emetics as well as anti-nausea drugs? I'd pack some ginger just in case!
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You Go, Girl!
#167661 - 04/06/05 01:23 PM
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Bevvy
Reged: 11/04/03
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Loc: Northwest Washington State
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Good for you. I'd kill for a breast reduction! I SOOOO need it. I'm sick and tired of these bulbous monsters pulling me down, causing my bra straps to dig into my shoulders and bouncing uncontrollably whenever I move.
When I was last in the hospital, locked in the bathroom, kneeling on the floor, heaving up my guts while pooping all over the floor at the same time (sorry guys), I focused on all the weight I was losing. Okay, maybe that's the way to do it, but it took my mind off the puking.
Well, now that I've grossed out all of you, I'm outta here....
Kimm, you ROCK!
Bev
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Kimm
#167685 - 04/06/05 03:05 PM
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cailin
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one of my bestr friends had breast reduction about five years ago, she hasn't looked back, She had 34GGs and now has a neat 34C. The surgery does take a while to recover from but she certainly doesn't regret it.
ANy surgery is scary Kimm but this is really a lifechanging one. Rooting for you!
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