So sore :( How long does it last and when can you sleep comfy again?

fromb2c · 11-03-2009, 10:04 PM

Hi Ladies,

Surgery was 10/22 and I'm still so sore. My breasts are still sore, still waking up at 4 am in pain, and my nipples are now OUCH sensitive (weren't before).

When did you start feeling better? Sleeping at least on your side, much less tummy?

Able to push yourself up out of bed w/o pain?

plastic surgeon Still using ice packs which seems to help

MrsJbne · 11-03-2009, 10:07 PM

sorry you are still in pain.....

lucygirl · 11-03-2009, 10:14 PM

Hey there! You may not want to hear this, but I am 2.5 weeks out and still am sore. I had a post-op today and told my doc this and he said that is pretty normal. I guess I forget that we did have major surgery, even if it is cosmetic. If I were you, I would stay on top of meds, even if it's just Advil or Tylenol. Anyways, I guess I could get out of bed pretty easily at about 1.5 to 2 weeks out, but still no side sleeping! I am strictly on my back, which is getting so annoying! There was a great thread earlier today and propping yourself up with a bunch of pillows and attempting side sleeping that way. I'm gonna do it tonight. Good luck--were in the same boat, so just know that you aren't alone!! And it WILL get better!!!

sammy jo · 11-03-2009, 11:01 PM

Hi - I have been right where you have been. I am now 4.5 weeks post op and finally feeling much better. I was quite sore until just a few days ago. And the nipple sensitivity was horrible and still remains some. That can take months to go away. I suggest going to Whole Foods and picking up Hylands Muscle Gel with Arnica. It really helps. I also suggest wearing a cotton tank top under your bra. That way you have the cotton on your breasts and not the rubbing of the bra. Use ice and take hot baths. It's okay to start sleeping on your side. Just put a pillow between your legs, it'll help. Alternate the tylenol and advil/motrin every four hours. Hope you feel better soon. Hang in there because it really does take a good 4 or 5 weeks before you start feeling better

klayco17 · 11-04-2009, 12:32 AM

Hi there! im 19 days PO and the only time im sore is when i first wake up in the morning. Im able to push myself up out of bed in the mornings though. Are you still taking meds? I hope the soreness goes away for you soon. HTH.

armybabe · 11-04-2009, 12:41 AM

Im sorry your in pain. I had my ba/bl the same day at you 22nd. Im actually feeling really good the only time im really sore is when I wake up in the morning I can get out of bed but I still sleep on my back with a bunch of pillows I haven't tried side sleeping yet. I would suggest just staying on meds like motrin. I still take a muscle relaxer at night if I feel like I overdid it during the day and feel tight that helps. Hope you start to feel better big hugs to you.

helloimdonna · 11-04-2009, 09:14 AM

My surgery was on the 22nd ~ Almost 2 weeks ago, and just on Monday, a little over a week Post op, i said...oh, hell no, i cannot sleep on my back ANY longer, sitting up! So...i just laid myself down in what felt to be the most comfortable position, which for me, has always been on my sides. I have two micro fiber (those squishy pillows) standard size thin pillows, and, like i said, i just lay me down, and boom! i am off to sleep! At first i thought that it would make my breasts slide into my armpits, and it was only yesterday that i phoned the doctor and confirmed that side sleeping was alright..he said, oh yeah...so...

Thank you Jesus because i was DONE w/sleeping up AND on back!

Sleeping almost like a baby again...

P.S. Mine are fairly small, 360's under, saline. Like i said, its been 2 weeks ago and i barely look at them or touch them because it is so weird these "things". I slowly am beginning to touch more and more...TMI...

helloimdonna · 11-04-2009, 09:16 AM

Would someone please tell me what an Elite member is and what the differences are?

SusanMichele · 11-04-2009, 09:38 AM

i had my surgery 10/21 and i am sleeping semi comfy on my side now without elevation. i still have a little pain in one side but nothing major.. BUT all recoveries are different.

raeyn · 11-04-2009, 10:45 AM

It got better for me in Weeks 3-4. The first 2 weeks were really the worst for pain. *hugs*

MuchBetter · 11-04-2009, 11:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by helloimdonna

Would someone please tell me what an Elite member is and what the differences are?

I think it has to do with how many thanks you have and have given but I am not sure since I'm not one either!!

raeyn · 11-04-2009, 12:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kr112234

I think it has to do with how many thanks you have and have given but I am not sure since I'm not one either!!

I think it relates to how many posts you have. I noticed the change to elite member around 80 posts, I think.

sarah_x · 11-04-2009, 02:01 PM

it took a about 2 months for me to be able to sleep properly again. and i was sore for about a month
hang in there
xx

fancyk17 · 11-04-2009, 02:09 PM

I'm 2 weeks out and the nipple sensitivity has calmed down drastically - I understand your pain level on that! lol I was just able to actually start sleeping in bed about 3 days ago - prior to that I was on the recliner. I can push myself up now, but I'm careful with it. I role to my side and then go from there. It still feels really weird to lay on my side though - feels like everything is pulling down and that makes me nervous because of the stitches. So I sleep on my back with some slight elevation.

Don't worry - each day is going to get easier.... promise! I was feeling like you are even up until last night when I was getting impatient with the healing process. It's like I'm soooo bored of not being able to do anything!

Hugs and a glass of wine to you! (might help you sleep through the night..lol) Try some Midol PM - it has a little more sleep aid than Tylenol pm with the same amount of pain assistance. That might help the 4 am thing. I had that too. Now I make it closer to the 5:30 range....

11-03-2009, 10:04 PM	#1
fromb2c Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: raleigh, nc Posts: 73 Thanks: 62 Thanked 10 Times in 10 Posts	So sore :( How long does it last and when can you sleep comfy again? Hi Ladies, Surgery was 10/22 and I'm still so sore. My breasts are still sore, still waking up at 4 am in pain, and my nipples are now OUCH sensitive (weren't before). When did you start feeling better? Sleeping at least on your side, much less tummy? Able to push yourself up out of bed w/o pain? plastic surgeon Still using ice packs which seems to help __________________ 450 Mod + sil unders Pre-BA: 32 between B and C Post-BA: we will see :) FR accepted only if pics are posted and at least 25 posts for privacy thanks Last edited by fromb2c; 11-03-2009 at 10:06 PM. Reason: more

11-03-2009, 10:07 PM	#2
MrsJbne Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: North Carolina Posts: 185 Thanks: 137 Thanked 85 Times in 50 Posts	sorry you are still in pain..... __________________ [url=http://www.TickerFactory.com/] _____________________________________________ My favorite bible verse For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Jer 29:11 Mom of 3, Army wife to my best friend and hero for 10 years. 5'6 169 lbs ( after a 65 lb weightloss) 34/ saggy B ( was a 38 saggy D before weightloss) Consultation 9-14-09 Sugery-( BA/BL) Nov 12th . TT late 2010

11-03-2009, 10:14 PM	#3
lucygirl Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Milwaukee Wisconsin Posts: 133 Thanks: 66 Thanked 41 Times in 40 Posts	Hey there! You may not want to hear this, but I am 2.5 weeks out and still am sore. I had a post-op today and told my doc this and he said that is pretty normal. I guess I forget that we did have major surgery, even if it is cosmetic. If I were you, I would stay on top of meds, even if it's just Advil or Tylenol. Anyways, I guess I could get out of bed pretty easily at about 1.5 to 2 weeks out, but still no side sleeping! I am strictly on my back, which is getting so annoying! There was a great thread earlier today and propping yourself up with a bunch of pillows and attempting side sleeping that way. I'm gonna do it tonight. Good luck--were in the same boat, so just know that you aren't alone!! And it WILL get better!!! __________________ Lucygirl New boobies on Oct. 16th! Benelli lift 400cc right, 425cc left Saline, unders!

11-04-2009, 12:32 AM	#5
klayco17 Lovin my boobies! Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 651 Thanks: 259 Thanked 177 Times in 172 Posts	Hi there! im 19 days PO and the only time im sore is when i first wake up in the morning. Im able to push myself up out of bed in the mornings though. Are you still taking meds? I hope the soreness goes away for you soon. HTH. __________________ 27 y/o Mother of 2 boys 5'3" 130 pounds Pre BA: 34 A No BA: Don't know yet...havent been measured. BA Date: October 15th Post BA: 400cc silicone gels mod + profile under the muscle

11-04-2009, 12:41 AM	#6
armybabe Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: tacoma, washington Posts: 103 Thanks: 23 Thanked 40 Times in 40 Posts	Im sorry your in pain. I had my ba/bl the same day at you 22nd. Im actually feeling really good the only time im really sore is when I wake up in the morning I can get out of bed but I still sleep on my back with a bunch of pillows I haven't tried side sleeping yet. I would suggest just staying on meds like motrin. I still take a muscle relaxer at night if I feel like I overdid it during the day and feel tight that helps. Hope you start to feel better big hugs to you. __________________ 5'5" 130lbs pre ba-32-34b 28"rc post ba hopefully 34dd saline high profile under muscle 425cc's o/f to 480cc's both sides full anchor lift

11-03-2009, 11:01 PM	#4
sammy jo Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: greenbrae california Posts: 39 Thanks: 3 Thanked 18 Times in 17 Posts	Hi - I have been right where you have been. I am now 4.5 weeks post op and finally feeling much better. I was quite sore until just a few days ago. And the nipple sensitivity was horrible and still remains some. That can take months to go away. I suggest going to Whole Foods and picking up Hylands Muscle Gel with Arnica. It really helps. I also suggest wearing a cotton tank top under your bra. That way you have the cotton on your breasts and not the rubbing of the bra. Use ice and take hot baths. It's okay to start sleeping on your side. Just put a pillow between your legs, it'll help. Alternate the tylenol and advil/motrin every four hours. Hope you feel better soon. Hang in there because it really does take a good 4 or 5 weeks before you start feeling better

11-04-2009, 09:14 AM	#7
helloimdonna Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: oak harbor washington Posts: 21 Thanks: 0 Thanked 9 Times in 6 Posts	Sleeping on side My surgery was on the 22nd ~ Almost 2 weeks ago, and just on Monday, a little over a week Post op, i said...oh, hell no, i cannot sleep on my back ANY longer, sitting up! So...i just laid myself down in what felt to be the most comfortable position, which for me, has always been on my sides. I have two micro fiber (those squishy pillows) standard size thin pillows, and, like i said, i just lay me down, and boom! i am off to sleep! At first i thought that it would make my breasts slide into my armpits, and it was only yesterday that i phoned the doctor and confirmed that side sleeping was alright..he said, oh yeah...so... Thank you Jesus because i was DONE w/sleeping up AND on back! Sleeping almost like a baby again... P.S. Mine are fairly small, 360's under, saline. Like i said, its been 2 weeks ago and i barely look at them or touch them because it is so weird these "things". I slowly am beginning to touch more and more...TMI...

11-04-2009, 09:16 AM	#8
helloimdonna Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: oak harbor washington Posts: 21 Thanks: 0 Thanked 9 Times in 6 Posts	P.S. Would someone please tell me what an Elite member is and what the differences are?

11-04-2009, 09:38 AM	#9
SusanMichele Hoping for 600's!! Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Brandon, Florida Posts: 100 Thanks: 48 Thanked 34 Times in 29 Posts	i had my surgery 10/21 and i am sleeping semi comfy on my side now without elevation. i still have a little pain in one side but nothing major.. BUT all recoveries are different. __________________ 460(R) 475(L)

11-04-2009, 10:45 AM	#10
raeyn Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Austin Texas Posts: 147 Thanks: 27 Thanked 38 Times in 38 Posts	It got better for me in Weeks 3-4. The first 2 weeks were really the worst for pain. hugs __________________ Height: 5'6" Weight: ~135 30.5" ribcage Pre-BA: 36AA Post-BA: 34D so far!! 350cc Mentor HP smooth round silicone

11-04-2009, 02:01 PM	#13
sarah_x Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: wales, united kingdom Posts: 250 Thanks: 37 Thanked 52 Times in 51 Posts	it took a about 2 months for me to be able to sleep properly again. and i was sore for about a month hang in there xx

11-04-2009, 02:09 PM	#14
fancyk17 Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: East Berlin, Pennsylvania Posts: 113 Thanks: 26 Thanked 38 Times in 36 Posts	I'm 2 weeks out and the nipple sensitivity has calmed down drastically - I understand your pain level on that! lol I was just able to actually start sleeping in bed about 3 days ago - prior to that I was on the recliner. I can push myself up now, but I'm careful with it. I role to my side and then go from there. It still feels really weird to lay on my side though - feels like everything is pulling down and that makes me nervous because of the stitches. So I sleep on my back with some slight elevation. Don't worry - each day is going to get easier.... promise! I was feeling like you are even up until last night when I was getting impatient with the healing process. It's like I'm soooo bored of not being able to do anything! Hugs and a glass of wine to you! (might help you sleep through the night..lol) Try some Midol PM - it has a little more sleep aid than Tylenol pm with the same amount of pain assistance. That might help the 4 am thing. I had that too. Now I make it closer to the 5:30 range.... __________________ 31 years old, mother of 13 y/o daughter 125 lbs, 5'6" Ribcage 30" Pre op: 34 A/B Post op: So far - DD, but hoping for a DDD BA Date: October 19th, 2009 500cc Allergan/Natrelle Silicone, HP, Overs, Crease incision Mini tt done as well Dr. Neves, Hershey PA HAVE 1 MONTH POST OP PICS UP!!

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