Re: February Buddies

by Sahara1981 30th January 2014, 2:19 pm

Knee___ why are u not allowed vitamins?? As I didn't think to ask ps so now worried x

by kdeee 30th January 2014, 2:22 pm

on booking your BA! February is going to be a busy month. Nerves are normal I think. Mine is 3 days before yours xx

by kdeee 30th January 2014, 2:25 pm

Sahara1981 wrote:Knee___ why are u not allowed vitamins?? As I didn't think to ask ps so now worried x

I was told by nurse no food supplements, medications (incl ibuprofen, paracetamol) as it may affect the recovery from general anaesthetic xx

by Sahara1981 30th January 2014, 3:10 pm

I've just messaged them and they said it's fine.
Why can't they all have the same rules!

I've got 20 days to go and getting nervous

by kati1236 30th January 2014, 7:25 pm

Try not to worry Sahara... I have 16 days to go and haven't been told anything either...
I've just had a look online, asked TOO many questions on here and use common sense.
You can grill them at your pre op :D xx

by kdeee 30th January 2014, 11:06 pm

I guess all hospitals/surgeons are different. There is no proof that vitamins can affect the GA but there are supplements that could- such as St.Johns wort. So maybe as preventative measure they have said to stop it all in case people miss out on things. This obviously doesn't apply to prescribed drugs by your doctor- unless specifically advised.
There is actual proof that smoking and drinking alcohol heavily 2 weeks before the op increases risks to surgical complications related to wound healing.
I'm using common sense- will make sure I won't drink a drop 48 hrs before the op but I'm going out to dinner 1 week before the op and I'm going to have a glass or two of wine there. Not going over board but I'm light weight anyway :) xx

by Sahara1981 1st February 2014, 5:45 pm

I'm having mine on the 19th at the Welbeck hospital London!
Starting to get nervous have already packed my bag lol x

by Sahara1981 1st February 2014, 5:49 pm

Now just realised I've said this already.
I seem to be on this forum all the time.
My life seems to revolve around boobs!

Even when I'm watching TV I can't stop looking at them, it's driving my partner mad lol x

by krizzooo1 1st February 2014, 5:52 pm

Hi Feb-ladies.
I was given a list of things NOT to have pre-op, I imagine you will get some guidance on this if you haven't already.

If anyone wants to know what these were, I am happy to copy and paste into here for you if it may help, but take advise from your individual surgeons.

Exciting month ahead!
xx

by kdeee 1st February 2014, 6:41 pm

Hi Krizzooo- it would be great to have a copy here and see if there is any difference to what I've been given.

Sahara- I have turned boob mad too! Mind I have been quite busy at work last week so I haven't been here too much as I would like to have been…
You are having the op on my birthday :)

I have seen my surgeon again today. Will update in my diary xx

by krizzooo1 1st February 2014, 7:48 pm

This is copied and is MY surgeons advice, you should seek your own advice: (felt I should say that Blush

)

"There is risk of HRT & the oral contraceptive pill prior to surgery & If applicable may need to be stopped. Aspirin & non-steroidal anti-inflammatories such as ibuprofen (nurofen) and diclofenac (volterol) should be stopped before the date of surgery.
It is important (because of bleeding difficulties) that if you are taking Warfarin or other anticoagulant medicine that you have informed your PS.
Prior to surgery (4-6weeks) you should stop taking any herbal medicines you have been taking, including Arnica, Gingko , Ginseng, etc.
This is because of the possible anticoagulant effect these preparations can have, combined with lack of information about their safety when used with "conventional" drugs including anaesthetics ...
Please make sure you bring any medicines you are taking in their packaging to the ward.

x

by kdeee 1st February 2014, 8:08 pm

That's pretty standard I would say :)
Mine also added no alcohol and garlic for 48 hrs and no drugs unless prescribed and discussed with GP & surgeon
xx

by krizzooo1 1st February 2014, 8:17 pm

Yes I thought mine was standard.... not heard the Garlic bit...... Alcohol , yes ... that's understandable.
Some things I think are common sense.

"2 weeks" kdeee...................Yippee.
Enjoy the build up, feels like ages ago now that I was getting ready.

x

by kdeee 1st February 2014, 8:50 pm

I would love to be in your position now- all done and looking at the healing process :) I'm just getting impatient now. I wanted this for so long and can't believe it's actually happening. I'm really happy that I have had 4 month journey from my very first consultation with the surgeon to the actual op. It has given me the time that I have needed to get organised and mentally prepare myself (I'm quite a control freak!). I'm having my BA on Sunday and I'm back at work 10 days after it. I'm having overs so I hope I will be ok...xx

by krizzooo1 1st February 2014, 8:59 pm

I am sure you will be just fine.
I am fed up wearing this sports bra right now. And sleeping semi- propped up is a bit annoying, all I wanna do is curl up on my side. I probably could now, just feels worrying Haha!

HAHA I AM A CONTROL FREAK! I found it soooo hard to not help with my boys and housework the first week. I left notes on the fridge for hubby and mum....I chopped veg and prepared food before hand for them....
I hate not being able to do things for myself or know EXACTLY what's gonna happen.....

Like healing ... I know how I WANT things to go but have no control!! aaaaaaaaaggggh, just have to hope things are ok, so far ...so good.

xx

by kdeee 1st February 2014, 9:17 pm

We sound so similar :)
I'm sure you are healing perfectly and being more cautious side to begin with will benefit in the long run too. I can't believe how quickly time has gone since your op already. Keep thinking of those new amazing bras that you can wear so so soon xx

by krizzooo1 1st February 2014, 9:24 pm

Yes, got my eye on a few already Boobs

xx

by kdeee 1st February 2014, 9:28 pm

Make sure you take hubby shopping with you too ;) He will be in for a real treat! That's what I intend to do with mine - he is quite excited for me- he looks forward to some roundness xx

by krizzooo1 1st February 2014, 9:43 pm

Trust me ......... He will LOVE your new friends! hehe. I can't stop showing hubby mine.... I was so shy about my breasts around him pre-op.

It's my 30th in March so hoping to tie in a Birthday treat with shopping for new bras and fitting Cheerleader

xx

by Sahara1981 3rd February 2014, 12:55 pm

I can't wait for the op to be done!
This waiting is killing me or maybe it's the calender phone etc etc that are counting down!!

by Lily26 3rd February 2014, 3:01 pm

I keep staring at my date on my calendar so feeling the same Sahara! Wish it would hurry up and be BA day quicker! Have you got everything prepared for the day/after? I bought my v pillow, a zip up hoody and a button down shirt today ready for the big day and received my pre op info and admission times eeeeeek! Starting to feel real now!! Xx

by Sahara1981 3rd February 2014, 4:34 pm

I've even packed my bag lol!

I'm soo ready x

How many days left for u? X

by Sahara1981 3rd February 2014, 4:35 pm

Just saw your ticker lol!!
Not long for u either!

by Weddingbella 1 4th February 2014, 10:58 am

Hello ladies I've booked my BA for valentines day too. I'm going with transform in Glasgow. I'm currently 34bb and almost certainly going with 410cc unders. It's so exciting x

by krizzooo1 4th February 2014, 11:03 am

Exciting month for you ladies !
xx

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