WEEK 4 POST MASTECTOMY AND DIEP FLAP BREAST RECONSTRUCTION | Surgery Recovery

[@arethapruitt6536]

Thanks for sharing my fellow Cancer Survivor Sister. I just had my 1st DIEP FLAP surgery on March 21st, and I'm very pleased so far with the outcome

[@shawntematthews4933]

I’m almost 6 weeks post surgery, and I cannot wait to NOT have to sleep on my back! I felt EVERYTHING you said about that! I just wish 4 weeks instead of 6 is what my doctor recommended.

[@arethapruitt6536]

Ditto had my DIEP 1st surgery March 21st and my doctor said I have to sleep on my back for 8 week 😢...All in all I'm very pleased with the outcome had my procedure in Dallas TX at Medical City

[@user-hx6nt9ju2i]

I have seen a lot of videos from doctors here on KZbin that explain how to starve Cancer.I wish you all the best God bless you

[@KT-uo7qo]

Waiting for a date to have mastectomy & DIEP reconstruction. Thank you so so much for taking the time to share your journey & spreading so much positivity ❤❤❤❤ it's quite scary not knowing what's it's like post-op so your videos are super helpful

[@aidanyangievnamwita3063]

Thank you for your videos, I just had mine done and you cannot imagine how helpful your videos have been and I love your positive energy so much. From Russia.🥰

[@bymellowe5780]

You are so incredibly kind. Thank you. I am happy to hear all went well with your surgery. Wishing you the smoothest recovery!

[@jeanettedodds9774]

Thank you this was very helpful. I am getting this surgery on July 9

[@cessnaisabella]

I'm getting mine in the month of July too 🩷 I don't have a date set yet, but they said within the month.

[@lisazimmerman5622]

Thank you for this series. I am having DMx on Feb 7 and then delayed DIEP in 3-6 mths. This was so helpful. ❤

[@petram7130]

Sooo totally relate to your experiences! I hate back sleeping too!! I'm three months into my recovery, taking it slowly. Much love to you for your candor and caring advice.

[@shellgreen5466]

I am getting the same procedure, this fall, thank you for sharing these videos, they have truly been a blessing!

[@bymellowe5780]

I am so glad the information has been helpful. Praying all goes smoothly with your procedure. God bless!

[@nprice436]

Amazed at how she walked after surgery and fast at that 😮

[@dwdesign2sellbydeidra]

I agree. This sleeping on my back is terrible. Can’t wait to be able to sleep on my side. ❤

[@JaneDoeowo]

Need to schedule mine. Scared to. Thanks for the vids. Makes it less scary!

[@bymellowe5780]

I am so glad it helped. I watched so many videos before I had my surgery. Praying for smooth surgery and recovery for you!

[@JaneDoeowo]

@@bymellowe5780 thank you! How would you say you're doing now? 💚

[@tdotgh3791]

Thank you for these videos. I just had mine done.

[@mellow0402]

I am so happy they were helpful. I hope you are recovering well. Those first weeks can be challenging but take it slow and do a little bit of walking everyday. I go for Phase 2 in March so I'll post some updates then.

[@audreymitchelljones7688]

I just came across your video, I am having my 2nd consultation on August 29th to talk about the DIEP FLAP. I am truly praying about it Thank you for your video

[@deeashby2458]

Thank you for sharing your journey…. I will hopefully get a DMX with DIEP early next year, this has given me so much more confidence to see you up & about & reading all of the positive comments 🥰

[@bymellowe5780]

Dee, thanks for reaching out. I was so anxious about my surgery. The most important step was choosing the right surgeon for me. I pray all goes well. Let me know if you have any questions while you prepare.

[@deannadenbow360]

Thank you so much for sharing ur recovery journey. I will be having the same procedure and ur videos have been so informative and helpful with info I had no idea about. I hope ur doing well and again, thank you u for sharing ur journey

[@bymellowe5780]

I am doing very well. Thank you for your kind words. I am so glad the videos have been helpful. I wish you all the best in your procedure. If you have any questions, do let me know.

[@theresadaniel4771]

Thank you for this. Very useful and informative. I applaud your bravery.

[@shortiewilson4196]

Thank you mucho for your video!!! You explained everything in such an eloquent and beautiful way! Blessings to you!

[@bymellowe5780]

Thank you for your kind comment. I am so glad it was helpful. Sending you love and light!

[@daphnemiles134]

Thank you so much for your video, it answered many of my questions and put me at ease.🎉❤

[@jadahayes4411]

Thank you for sharing this!! I have a consultation with The Center in New Orleans tomorrow!!

[@pollyhornsby]

Thank you for what I have to look forward to this summer.

[@sharleekuchynka7286]

😂 girl I’m the same way! Anything but my back.. 😂 which I was a stomach sleeper but back problems stopped that real quick! I will be getting a bilateral mastectomy in about 2 months and idk which one I’m going to do yet. Idk if I have enough fat for the diep flap but we’ll see plus I want to go a little bigger maybe a C or something. I also have a 7 month old so idk how that’s gonna be with healing etc.. uhh. but thank you girl for this video!❤

[@mannekepanneke]

Thank you from Belgium🌹🍀

[@bymellowe5780]

I am so glad you found something helpful in them. Praying that you find peace in decision-making...

[@Starloverangel]

Hi, my name is Juana and I see your video on KZbin. I really appreciate it you doing that is helping me with mine which is gonna be coming soon. I wanted to know how did you decide what size to put on you and what size did you do? I’m having trouble Because I was big chested and I don’t wanna be big chested anymore so I either wanna go c but I don’t know what size is that and how would it look? I hope to hear from you soon and I pray that you’re doing well and thank you for your videos. It really helps me a lot.

[@deschelbutler4859]

I got reconstruction when I got my bilateral mastectomy.

[@tariavamp]

any post bras you recommend? going for my surgery next week?

[@rizikimassepode9695]

Hi, any updates ? Hope you are doing good 🙏

[@zinahalrobaye6925]

Hi, my name is zinah, I am still thinking of whether to have the surgery or not, I really want to but don’t have the good caregiver, I found your videos very helpful and I wish you give us an update about how you are doing now💖

[@bymellowe5780]

Hi Zinah, I took some time off social but your reading your comment really made me think about posting some updates. I hope you were able to make a decision on what kind of surgery you wish to have.

[@renaderba1111]

@@bymellowe5780thank you for your wonderful videos! It would be very kind and generous of you to have an update now . We really care about your progress! Thank you 🙏🏻

[@queenn.]

I have my surgery coming up in December. How were you 2months out and after?

[@bymellowe5780]

Hey there. 2 months out I was feeling pretty good. Most, if not all of my restrictions were lifted at the 8 week mark. The only thing that felt a bit strange was sleeping on my stomach. I waited a little longer for that. Praying for a smooth surgery for you in December and quick healing in the New Year!

[@deschelbutler4859]

Im here now. Discomfort, and I can't sleep comfortably yet.

[@chenitascaife5417]

I see a surgeon on friday...im nervous....we were in talks of a flap......

[@vcarter2827]

I'm at 18 days recovery mode. I was told I would be given exercises at my next appointment, can you tell me what kind of exercises I will be given? Will I be given approval to walk upright at that visit also? I am able to have some comfort sitting up a little bit, no longer feel the skin pulling at this point. I was given Ibuprofen for pain & SWELLING. I don't have pain anymore, do you know if I can take it DAILY for swelling? My stomach is very hard and very numb, NONE of the numbness has come down yet.

[@fitnessmommy1458]

How are you doing now?!? It’s been 2 years!

[@12382576]

Hi new to your channel here. Can I ask why you pick diep over implants?

[@pattycarol5191]

I'm a tiny framed woman but I'm hoping my plastic surgeon agree that I can do this.

[@bymellowe5780]

Patty, I hope you got a good response from your surgeon. Praying for you as you make this decision.

[@user-mw8gd4ci4k]

Where is the center ?

[@12382576]

I’m so scared I don’t know which reconstruction should I do. Diep or expander? Help guys

[@cassaundragraves2929]

Hi how are you doing? And did you need a phase 2 surgery?

[@ReddyVS-qp7yz]

How are you doing now?

[@gonzalezgmv]

why didn't you choose implants? And how about the scar in your belly…

[@bymellowe5780]

Hello. I decided against implants because there were quite a few women who mentioned being uncomfortable after implants. Also, I was concerned about having any foreign substance placed in my body after removing the cancer. It's different for each person, but those were my major concerns. Regarding the scar on my belly, it is very much there but I had it lowered in phase 2 of my surgery so it is mostly hidden under bikini bottoms and low rise undies. Hope that info helps!

[@gonzalezgmv]

@@bymellowe5780 I am undecided. but in my heart I don't want anything artificial inside my body. I have my operation in November. I'm currently flat.

[@bymellowe5780]

@@gonzalezgmv you gotta do what is best for you. Take as much time as you need! 💛

[@shortiewilson4196]

There is a gel I used from Target called Advanced Scar Gel skin protectant on my scar after my mastectomy. It worked fantastic. It's main ingredient is Allantoin, which has healing properties.

[@heymsparker1115]

Can't hear you that well