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Blvd756 · 08-18-2008, 07:44 PM

I know I'm not a drama queen (although my surgeon told me I was one when I cried and squealed at my post-op). I am still in so much pain four days out. They are tight, extremely sore, and doing much of anything (like showering) wipes me out!! I still have to take pain medication (on half of what I started with but still need it every four hours).

Am I the only one?

JujuBee · 08-18-2008, 07:59 PM

aww hon, I'm sorry you are having a difficult recovery.. but stay positive.. like you said, you may still be having to use the pain meds, BUT you are already using less of them.. and you are only 4 days post op. It seems odd, but the "norm" appears to be you are more in pain a few days after surgery, than the day after surgery... every day will get better and better... I would get tired really quickly, but as the days went by, it got easier and easier.. make sure you are giving your body enough nutrients and drinking plenty of water to keep your strength up.
Are you icing your girls? that helps... also, when you are showering keep it nice and warm-hot.. this helps relax muscles..

lionqueen · 08-18-2008, 08:03 PM

I know what you mean. Hang in there! Everyday gets better.

Midwest Cutie · 08-18-2008, 08:58 PM

You will feel better soon. Hang in there.

LAPAKI · 08-18-2008, 09:48 PM

i was still in pain from having my drains and being wrapped up so tight....and i also squealed when i had my first post-op visit. just take it easy and you will feel better...hang in there!!

amyamy · 08-18-2008, 09:54 PM

So sorry to hear that you are still in pain. Hope you feel better soooon !!

TinyAsian · 08-18-2008, 09:57 PM

Aww sorry sweetie that you are going through this....but believe me, you are not alone judging from past recovery stories! So far it sounds like you are not experiencing anything too drastic...it's just part of the recovery and you are experiencing more pain than some, just keep up with your meds and seriously do not try to exert yourself, it will only make the recovery process slower!! Take it easy and please ask for and get any help you can!! Even stupid little stuff, don't be shy in asking for help!! It will get better! The first week is usual the worst but it does improve each day!!! But if there's something that you feel is odd, don't be afraid to call your PS just to make sure!

mommy2 · 08-19-2008, 12:57 AM

Blvd756 you are not the only one......what you are describing was exactly my Day 4 also. My day 4 and 5 were the worst days. I was definately still on pain killers every 4 hours. You let your body rest, drink lots of water and be good to yourself. Your recovery sounds normal to me. Some take 1 day and some take 1 month.

You are not alone.

blueayes · 08-19-2008, 01:56 AM

I can relate!! I was awfully sore for the first week, although I did quit the pain meds just shy of one week and just kept up with Tylenol and Tylenol PM (the best for getting some sleep!). I was still tight and sore for a few weeks, and then it started to subside more significantly.

Pretty soon your skin and muscles will start to relax some and you'll experience a little relief. Try to be patient, but it is sooooo hard to do!! Hang in there!!

mayaonearth · 08-19-2008, 08:25 AM

It will get better! I had a pretty tough recovery, but within a week you will be feeling back to yourself, or at least close, hang in there.. you are NOT the only person to have a difficult recovery... sorry you are not feeling good.. sending healing energy to you.

Krbear4 · 08-19-2008, 10:13 AM

I'm sorry your PS called you a drama queen. Everyone is different and if you are still in pain then I say take the meds. I had overs and took my meds until they were gone lol! I would say at 4 days a shower was still wearing me out too.

Give yourself some more time.

a new j · 08-19-2008, 04:31 PM

i can totally relate love! its not uncommon to start to feel pain after post op! you figure anesthesia starts to wear off then begins the healing...slow as it may seem but healing none the less!
the best advive i can give you is try NOT to compare yourself to others' experiences.
it can be a bit frustrating when yu dont "seem" to be revovering "as fast" as others.

youll have good (not so bad days) and days where youd ask yourself "did i do the right thing?" and/or "why/what did i do?" both are normal.
and you might NOT experience either extremes but IF you do try not to be so hard on yourself. im speaking from my own experience : )
youre bodys been thru a transition (big or small-no pun intended!) but its a transition none the less! (smile)
so ill say what im still trying to understand myself (hehe!) give yourself and your body time to heal and recover!

wantinmesumtatas · 08-19-2008, 05:05 PM

Yes, you are definately not alone. I laid in bed for 4 days only getting up to pee. I was so sore I couldn't even get online until day 3 but I still couldn't type. I was on here reading other womens stories some who had surgery the same day as me or the day after and there I was lying there barely able to hit the backspace! 2 nights in a row I remember calling my hubby (I stayed in my kids room cuz our bed was too high for me to get into) and just crying because I could not get comfortable! I am 6 days out now and I am only taking 2 muscle relaxers, and 3 pain pills a day. My antibiotic is all gone, one bottle of pain pills are gone and I think the mr are almost gone. Does anyone know if I am supposed to take the muscle relaxers until they are gone or just until I think I don't need them anymore?

MASONS GIRL · 08-19-2008, 05:17 PM

You're definitely not alone. I was in alot of pain during my first few days as well. I remember when I went to my first post-op which was the day after surgery my PS showed me how to massage and even though it hurt like hell for the first few seconds it actually really helped to loosen up my supertight muscles. Has your PS given you the go ahead to start massaging yet? As painful as it might sound, it may help...
And like the girls have already said, don't worry it DOES get alot better. I was feeling more like myself after that first week. If all fails, look at your boobies in the mirror OFTEN! Seeing how beautiful your new tatas look make EVERYTHING worth it! <smiles>

08-18-2008, 07:44 PM	#1
Blvd756 Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: California Posts: 1,099 My Mood: Thanks: 795 Thanked 510 Times in 410 Posts	Did anyone else have a very difficult recovery?? I know I'm not a drama queen (although my surgeon told me I was one when I cried and squealed at my post-op). I am still in so much pain four days out. They are tight, extremely sore, and doing much of anything (like showering) wipes me out!! I still have to take pain medication (on half of what I started with but still need it every four hours). Am I the only one? __________________ 5'4", 118 lbs Pre BA- 34 B Post BA- 32 DD at the moment TUBA incision/saline full unders/mentor mods 375 cc's f/t 425 cc's in both breasts www.justbreastimplants.com/Kim/

08-18-2008, 07:59 PM	#2
JujuBee Naturally Augmented Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: 'bout 22" from my computer ;) Posts: 801 My Mood: Thanks: 218 Thanked 427 Times in 354 Posts	aww hon, I'm sorry you are having a difficult recovery.. but stay positive.. like you said, you may still be having to use the pain meds, BUT you are already using less of them.. and you are only 4 days post op. It seems odd, but the "norm" appears to be you are more in pain a few days after surgery, than the day after surgery... every day will get better and better... I would get tired really quickly, but as the days went by, it got easier and easier.. make sure you are giving your body enough nutrients and drinking plenty of water to keep your strength up. Are you icing your girls? that helps... also, when you are showering keep it nice and warm-hot.. this helps relax muscles.. __________________ Will be going in for pocket revision and larger implants.. timeline.. unknown? will keep you updated "Be kind, more than necessary.. as everyone you meet is battling some kind of battle of their own"

08-18-2008, 08:58 PM	#4
Midwest Cutie Believe! Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Midwest Posts: 261 My Mood: Thanks: 62 Thanked 105 Times in 89 Posts	You will feel better soon. Hang in there. __________________ ~ 5'4 ~ 115 lbs ... Pre BA = Full C cup w/ Mild Ptosis ... Surgery Date - August 27, 2008 350 cc Mod Plus Silicone Overs w/ Full Anchor Lift Post BA = 34 DD

08-18-2008, 09:48 PM	#5
LAPAKI Join Date: May 2008 Location: Big Island, Hawaii Posts: 218 My Mood: Thanks: 92 Thanked 101 Times in 95 Posts	i was still in pain from having my drains and being wrapped up so tight....and i also squealed when i had my first post-op visit. just take it easy and you will feel better...hang in there!! __________________ 32 yrs old Pre BA: 32a Post BA: 32dd Saline Mentors Smooth Round High Profile 380cc 5'1 - 105 lbs

08-18-2008, 09:54 PM	#6
amyamy Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 130 Thanks: 167 Thanked 39 Times in 35 Posts	So sorry to hear that you are still in pain. Hope you feel better soooon !! __________________ www.justbreastimplants.com/Kim/

08-18-2008, 08:03 PM	#3
lionqueen Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 45 My Mood: Thanks: 1 Thanked 15 Times in 10 Posts	I know what you mean. Hang in there! Everyday gets better.

08-18-2008, 09:57 PM	#7
TinyAsian Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Canyon Lake, California Posts: 180 Thanks: 9 Thanked 75 Times in 71 Posts	Aww sorry sweetie that you are going through this....but believe me, you are not alone judging from past recovery stories! So far it sounds like you are not experiencing anything too drastic...it's just part of the recovery and you are experiencing more pain than some, just keep up with your meds and seriously do not try to exert yourself, it will only make the recovery process slower!! Take it easy and please ask for and get any help you can!! Even stupid little stuff, don't be shy in asking for help!! It will get better! The first week is usual the worst but it does improve each day!!! But if there's something that you feel is odd, don't be afraid to call your PS just to make sure! __________________ 5' 0' 115lbs Pre BA: 34A Post BA: Currently 34 D BA Date: July 31, 2008 450cc Mod+ Unders

08-19-2008, 12:57 AM	#8
mommy2 Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: North America Posts: 46 My Mood: Thanks: 6 Thanked 28 Times in 24 Posts	Blvd756 you are not the only one......what you are describing was exactly my Day 4 also. My day 4 and 5 were the worst days. I was definately still on pain killers every 4 hours. You let your body rest, drink lots of water and be good to yourself. Your recovery sounds normal to me. Some take 1 day and some take 1 month. You are not alone. __________________ Age:30's BA Date: 2008 Silicone Mentors 375cc Pre BA Size: B/small C Post BA Size: Perky D/DD Type: unders with areola incision Happy!!!!!!!!!!!! My best advice: have realistic expectations, communicate clearly about what size you want, and only go with a PS with a fabulous reputation of excellence!

08-19-2008, 01:56 AM	#9
blueayes Fall is falling..... Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Midwest Posts: 1,021 My Mood: Thanks: 234 Thanked 443 Times in 383 Posts	I can relate!! I was awfully sore for the first week, although I did quit the pain meds just shy of one week and just kept up with Tylenol and Tylenol PM (the best for getting some sleep!). I was still tight and sore for a few weeks, and then it started to subside more significantly. Pretty soon your skin and muscles will start to relax some and you'll experience a little relief. Try to be patient, but it is sooooo hard to do!! Hang in there!! __________________ Date: March 19, 2008 5'2" 115 lbs. Pre BA: 34A Post BA: 32C 225(R)/225 f/t 250(L) Mentor saline unders moderate profile crease incision

08-19-2008, 08:25 AM	#10
mayaonearth Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Springdale Arkansas Posts: 1,012 My Mood: Thanks: 215 Thanked 540 Times in 467 Posts	It will get better! I had a pretty tough recovery, but within a week you will be feeling back to yourself, or at least close, hang in there.. you are NOT the only person to have a difficult recovery... sorry you are not feeling good.. sending healing energy to you. __________________ ~~Maya~~ 5'3 125 First BA 9/98 305 saline/overs/aerola Preba 36B postba 36D Redo CC & LB spontaneous deflation 2/07 Post BA 34 F!! Sils/over/areola incision/475

08-19-2008, 10:13 AM	#11
Krbear4 Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Ft. Worth, Texas Posts: 204 My Mood: Thanks: 50 Thanked 76 Times in 69 Posts	I'm sorry your PS called you a drama queen. Everyone is different and if you are still in pain then I say take the meds. I had overs and took my meds until they were gone lol! I would say at 4 days a shower was still wearing me out too. Give yourself some more time. __________________ Kerri Pre-BA 34 almost B Post-BA 36 DD BA 11/15/07 500cc Mentor Silicone, smooth, round, overs, HP

08-19-2008, 04:31 PM	#12
a new j Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: new york, new york Posts: 40 My Mood: Thanks: 4 Thanked 16 Times in 15 Posts	i can totally relate love! its not uncommon to start to feel pain after post op! you figure anesthesia starts to wear off then begins the healing...slow as it may seem but healing none the less! the best advive i can give you is try NOT to compare yourself to others' experiences. it can be a bit frustrating when yu dont "seem" to be revovering "as fast" as others. youll have good (not so bad days) and days where youd ask yourself "did i do the right thing?" and/or "why/what did i do?" both are normal. and you might NOT experience either extremes but IF you do try not to be so hard on yourself. im speaking from my own experience : ) youre bodys been thru a transition (big or small-no pun intended!) but its a transition none the less! (smile) so ill say what im still trying to understand myself (hehe!) give yourself and your body time to heal and recover! __________________ BA July 29, 2008 Saline, Round, Smooth, Mod Unders, Areola Incision 240cc left 350cc right Pre BA 34 barely A/B (always padded) Post BA 34 D (acc to prof bra fitter/think smaller) new york city

08-19-2008, 05:05 PM	#13
wantinmesumtatas Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: West Virginia Posts: 132 Thanks: 78 Thanked 41 Times in 36 Posts	Yes, you are definately not alone. I laid in bed for 4 days only getting up to pee. I was so sore I couldn't even get online until day 3 but I still couldn't type. I was on here reading other womens stories some who had surgery the same day as me or the day after and there I was lying there barely able to hit the backspace! 2 nights in a row I remember calling my hubby (I stayed in my kids room cuz our bed was too high for me to get into) and just crying because I could not get comfortable! I am 6 days out now and I am only taking 2 muscle relaxers, and 3 pain pills a day. My antibiotic is all gone, one bottle of pain pills are gone and I think the mr are almost gone. Does anyone know if I am supposed to take the muscle relaxers until they are gone or just until I think I don't need them anymore?

08-19-2008, 05:17 PM	#14
MASONS GIRL Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Las Vegas, Nevada Posts: 460 My Mood: Thanks: 105 Thanked 309 Times in 257 Posts	You're definitely not alone. I was in alot of pain during my first few days as well. I remember when I went to my first post-op which was the day after surgery my PS showed me how to massage and even though it hurt like hell for the first few seconds it actually really helped to loosen up my supertight muscles. Has your PS given you the go ahead to start massaging yet? As painful as it might sound, it may help... And like the girls have already said, don't worry it DOES get alot better. I was feeling more like myself after that first week. If all fails, look at your boobies in the mirror OFTEN! Seeing how beautiful your new tatas look make EVERYTHING worth it! <smiles> __________________ [center]