My osteopath in the rehab/neuro/pain clinic in a hospital referred me to MGH the very next day! Yes!! Mass General! I called the #1 private plastic surgeon who doesn’t take insurance & his office highly recommended a colleague at the Lahey hospital. Got a referral for a consult with him from my DO. 2 consultations covered!!! My insurance is covering it. My back & rib cage are hurting me so badly that as a massage therapist I have been treating myself & developed tendonitis. I also have thoracic outlet syndrome. I was referred to my DO by my neuro bc of my TN. I love my neuro, but I didn’t want to see her bc I KNEW it wasn’t neuropathy & I didn’t want to be put on gabapentin etc..or referred to a psychiatrist for a tricyclic. You immediately gain weight on gabapentin. I highly recommend seeing a DO who does manual therapy Or Physiatrist in a hospital. DOs are the best! I’d CHECK for chronic TOC that can’t be treated as a reason for a reduction. A patient is so weighed down by their breasts they can’t function properly that’s a real reason!

Thank you for this video. I am hopefully having reduction soon if my insurance approves it. I feel so hideous at 42DDD. I hope he makes me B again like I was for the first 30 years of my life. Steroid injections twice blue me up and they never went back to previous size. I have shoulder ridges, rash under neath, neck and back pain. I have had to change jobs because of the pain. I'm tired of my chest running my life. I never wanted them to start with. Night breast has nothing to do with being a woman, for me. I'm ready for better points in time.

What about for facelift, what do you recommend to metabolize the GA?

My consultation legit asked if I had pain and like 5 other questions, took pics of my boobs, sent to insurance, then it was approved LOL

Thanks for your video, it's been really helpful. I'm in week 3, post op. I bought a wedge pillow on your recommendation. How long do you suggest to be sleeping elevated like this? My back and neck and shoulders really ache now from sleeping poorly on my back unfortunately and even though my surgeon has prescribed sleeping pills, I'd rather not take them. Any thoughts?

Had my surgery on October 16 drains taken out yesterday 😊

I don’t care if I end up w a nipple on my chin. I just want these things gone 😂😂😂😂

I keep seeing things about constipation following general anaesthetic.... is this to be expected?

Hi Kelly! I have a question about Jackson Pratt drainage tube used post facelift. Once the drains are removed is it normal for there to be a "tunnel" like ridge under the skin?! How long does it take for this to resolve? Thank you

After the operation , how long should we rest without going to work

I have watched this helpful video many times for my breast reduction a week ago! I wondered if you can provide 2-3 post surgery bra brands that aren't too thin and have cotton fabric. My research is coming up short. I am still quite swollen on the sides. Most likely went from a 38G/H to 36D when everything settles down. Welcome bra advice (nothing too compressing or lacking any support.

I had 7lbs taken off. No drains. And the sewing on one breast is different than the other. My left is neat and tidy and doesn't hurt. My right looks like a trussed up pork roast. I wasn't really told anything when I left other than no showers for a week. It was another yt channel that told me to use a healing ointment. I'm using Cerave.

I just started watching your videos but I see that many of them don't have the apparatuses that you are explaining like what the first one was the wedge pillows, the shoelaces to hold the drip containers, etc. I've had to watch many videos to finally understand what you are saying.

I worked out more before my surgery. I optimized my fitness with cardio and weights. The surgery went well,and im healing very well. I also upped my protein before and after surgery to promote wound healing.

Is it true that the bigger your breasts are the more expensive it is and the slower it takes for you to recover? I am a 32 FF, am thinking of a breast reduction but an petrified.

Hi Kelly! Nice video. I am getting nervous about my facelift that is scheduled for September. In your experience would you say that most of your patients had a smooth recovery? or was it more difficult than they expected? Did they experience a lot of pain? thanks

I just had mine yesterday and when I got home, there is alot of blood in the right side dressing. Call on call doctor said it is normal as long as no swelling or pain 😢

I had my breast reduction 3 days ago.. still struggling..how do i was.my hair

Another nurse tip/ice on the back of the beck can ease nausea

This was so helpful! Thank you! 😊

A person with sleep apnea can get a facelift and what kind of anestesia is the best

What are your fees?

Don't most surgeons give intra-operative steroids to help prevent nausea, too?

Do you prefer a wedge pillow vs a husband pillow that has arms?

What specific services do you offer as a recovery nurse? How many days do you attend to your patients who have had general anesthesia? And finally, do you find that patients who have general anesthesia have a more difficult recovery ?

Thank you🙏

So helpful! I am 8 days postoperative. I have intense hyper sensitivity. Pins and needles all over. Any advice?

Here in 2024 - thanks for this, very helpful info!

Thanks! June 28th! Needed this info! 🥰

Can someone with a pacemaker have breast symmetry surgery

l have most of my life suffered from the pain of bra straps due to trying to fit one breast that is bigger then the other. Not to mention the marks under my bra that also cause pain. l am now in my late 60's and would benefit so much from breast reduction, but think that l am to old. What can you tell me about age!

I had breast reduction surgery. It was a nightmare. After my breast being extremely infected and full of pus. After that explanation I was left with a dog ear. It is the size of a golf ball. Will a doctor repair this with twightlight procedure? How do I find a doctor that will do this? I don’t want to go back to my original surgeon.

Thanks for the wonderful tips. May i ask, could i cook or self shower after the 3rd day? Im staying alone .. and this bothers me after the surgery thou..

Why no ice for face if you’d had fat transfer?

Feeling nauseous after surgery for 6 days straight is miserable 😅

Can I go to an event 14 days after surgery?

I had Mine done on Wednesday 3 April 2024

Such a helpful video! Currently waiting for my surgery this month and was very nervous about tolerance due to my cortisol deficiency syndrome. But this video has helped waaaaay more than other sources 👍

I couldn’t tolerate water, so my RN sister recommended ice chips. Boy, did that help keep me hydrated.

Thanks for the information. I have to agree with the earlier comment regarding eating. It’s very difficult to chew so be sure to have protein shakes on hand.

I’m 67 and just had a breast reduction done 6 days ago. Healing well and my first post-op appointment is tomorrow. I wish I had done this sooner but better late than never. My back hasn’t hurt at all this past week and my balance is back to normal. No longer top heavy and loving it. Oh and no more sweaty girls! That’s a major improvement!

I just had my surgery this past Monday..But I am noticing swelling and the drain is slowing down .Is all that good

So I have an adjustable bed would you still recommend a wedge pillow ? Also the bras they had me buy are sport’s bras. I feel they have light support and no compression. Should I worry about that? I have mine in one week.

I recently had a procedure under Propofol. I was instructed to take omeprazole the night before and morning of the procedure to prevent nausea. First time I'd ever heard that!

I have my surgery March 14. Insurance is paying for it however it took two years to qualify. The information was very helpful. Ty❤

Is safe general anesthesia with wisdom tooth removal?

Does insurance typically cover home recovery nurses?

Hey friend! Do you shower with the steri-strips intact?

Thank you. I can't wait to have my surgery.

Mines will be covered by insurance. I know 5 others who was paid by insurance.