breast enhancement - Page 3

#1 05-09-2003, 11:12 AM

I will be having enhancement surgery within the next two years. Due to health issues in my youth I never went through a true puberty, and therefore never developed. As it stands right now, I have a AA chest.

I've been through a lot of hell with body-image (my health problem mentioned above was severe anorexia), but in the last years, I've really become very happy with my body and have gained a lot of weight back. For me, getting the enhancement will be sort of "correcting" what should have been... if I hadn't starved myself all those years, I would have developed normally. Having a flat chest is just a reminder of all the damage I did. So I'm definitely looking forward to being able to wear all the cute shirts that are out there instead of shopping for tops in the little girls' section

FiReKraCkEr · #2 05-09-2003, 11:19 AM

I still dont understand the need for breast augmentation...Why exploit what you were given by nature? Unless it is because of health issues, I feel that all this plastic surgery BS is just a quick fix to some insecurity issues. Believe me having big boobies is not the greatest....

However, on breast reductions...if it is affecting your health, as a big chest does, I definatley say go for it. Maybe I could relate, but I know how it feels to not be able to run (without an extra tight sports bra), not being able to fit into certain shirts, and being googled at by men (and by boys). I have been working out for the past 6 months and I'm a size 8-9, and but they won't freaking go away...no matter WHAT I do. I dont think I will get a reduction, cause I'm not too big (38 C/D), but I could sympathize.

CutiePie2000 · #3 05-09-2003, 12:26 PM

Since you are considering Breast Reduction, I know 4 women who have done it and they are elated with the results.

KappaStargirl · #4 05-09-2003, 04:22 PM

I had a breast reduction in college, and by far it was the best decision I've ever made in my life. The scarring is minimal, and I'm so much healthier and happier now. Yes, there were drains, stitches, some yuckiness in the first few days, but it was so worth it. I had no complications at all, and can now life a mostly normal, active life (where before I couldn't run, etc.). It had nothing to do with my weight, btw...I was 5'4", 120 lbs, and a 34DDD. It was just a matter of me having breasts that were too large for my frame and causing me a myriad of physical problems, 90 percent of which went away after my surgery.

If you want to know more, PM me.

DZHBrown · #5 05-09-2003, 08:28 PM

Quote:

It's very necessary that some women do the breast enhancement thing. I've literally seen it get them jobs. That's in TV though. Might not be the same in other fields.

And that right there explains how pathetic our society is.

PrincessPhiSig · #6 05-09-2003, 08:58 PM

I feel that if your health will benefit and you will get the chance to do new things, then by all means go for it. I have had friends who had breast reductions and they were never so happy...and relieved!

On another note, I feel that implants can be ok. None of my friends got implants to go bigger, but one got augmented because of a huge difference in size between the two. I don't exactly approve of going out and getting really big knockers but hey, it's not my decision to make.

aurora_borealis · #7 05-10-2003, 11:48 PM

alphaiota-
My step-sister had a breast reduction and it made all the difference in her life as far as physical activities and buying clothes. She felt out of balance on top because the poor dear got no butt, unlike the rest of us.

As for the exercise thing, I don't know if you're comfortable going swimming, I can never keep the straps on my shoulders, but that is low impact chest wise. Also for cardio you can try a recumbent bike. You are sitting down with your legs in front of you and since you are sitting, less jiggling and pain. I used one after I had foot surgery since I was not allowed to bear any weight for 4 months on the ball of my feet, so I could pedal with my heels.

ZTAngel · #8 05-11-2003, 12:44 AM

I have seen a friend of mine go through an augmentation and another go through a reduction.

My friend who had the reduction was "5'1", 105 pounds, and an E cup. She had a difficult time finding clothing that fit her and she was spending $60 per bra to have them specially made. Not to mention the back pain she suffered. We were required to take a PE in high school. I remember she had to get a doctor's note that said she was unable to run because of her breasts. She would sit on the side of the track while all the students would snicker...they all pretty much knew the reason why she was excused from running. Her 18th b-day present from her parents was to have a breast reduction. It was definitely painful for her. I've heard that it's more painful to get them reduced than enlarged. But, she's so much happier now. Her body is more proportional, clothing fits her, she can buy regular bras, and she doesn't have to deal with any back pain. I know that it was definitely worth it for her.

A friend of mine got a breast augmentation when she was 19. It was because of a dramatic difference in size between her breasts....one was an A while the other was a C. For years, she was so scared to date guys for fear that the relationship would go to that next level where she'd have to take her bra off and let her boyfriend see her chest. She didn't have the confidence to date until after her breast augmentation. She was in pain for a few weeks but I know that it was worth it for her. She's so much more confident with herself.

Sadeyes21 · #9 05-11-2003, 11:31 AM

WARNING : My mom's friend was suppossed to get breast enhancement this month, she just went in and the doctors told her they could not do it because they found some precancerous cells. They have done a biopsy and now my mom's friend just has to wait to see how bad it is. She cannot get a breast enhancement now. She also had to sign a form and on it it said that mammograms have crushed implants before. Anyway, if you get a masectomy then you CAN get breast implants, but otherwise you can't when precancerous cells our found because the silicone makes it harder to detect problems.
So, I 've wanted breast implants since I'm an A cup, but both of my grandma's had breast cancer and I'm now afraid if I get implants when I'm older I won't know if I have cancer because the mammogram won't detect it.

alphaiota · #10 05-11-2003, 04:50 PM

yeah, the bike thing, doesn't work for me. my knees go straight into my boobs and hurt just as much. i have been doing a water aerobics class lately, but it's not doing much. at least i'm getting some exercise though.

i just don't know. all the friends and people yall have been talking about are all thin. and yes i think they should have by all means gone through with the surgeries, but i'm not like them in that way. when i say i'm overweight i mean i'm like a size 22/24. my boobs are just a little more than proportionate to the rest of my body. i really don't want to end up looking like my mom when i'm done. granted she's 52 and has had two kids, but still, she obviously has a larger bottom half than upper. again, we'll see.

also, about the implants and finding precancerous cells. that is just one of the many reasons they have switched to saline instead of silicone. first time patients cannot have silicone put in. they have to go with saline. in your particular case i'd avoid getting them, or only get small ones.

on a lighter side of things. i was at a comedy club the other night with my cousin and some friends. the comedian let the audience ask questions. so i was drunk and asked if he thought i should get breast implants, just for shits and giggles. he then went into a 10min. bit about my boobs. okay, just had to tell yall that one.

shelley j
sigma k

Sadeyes21 · #11 05-11-2003, 07:19 PM

I realized after I posted that I meant saline; yes they don't do silicone for first timers. But the point is that breast implants can prevent knowing sooner if one has cancer.

DigitalAngel126 · #12 02-24-2004, 01:09 AM

Update, update, update!!! What ever happened??

AOX81 · #13 02-24-2004, 07:34 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by OUlioness01
i know quite a few people who have had to gert reductions...they say the benefits outweigh the risks

I have heard the same thing.

ztabchbum · #14 02-24-2004, 07:50 PM

I can't wait to have the money/health insurance to get mine reduced. I've been VERY chesty since I was 14 and they give me MAJOR problems with my back and my shoulders. It's so bad that I cannot comfortably wear a seat belt. I want to have them reduced and lifted. I'm 24, not 84, and they sag to my knees! Some of my friends give me the "well if you excersized more they would shrink on their own." Like hell they will! I have been very active since before I could walk. I'm a swimmer and trying to jam these things into a suit is not pretty. They have been and always will be big, unless I have surgery. I'm tired of being in pain because of these mountains in front of me. All I want to do is go from my 36DD to a nice 36C.

Ahh...to be a C cup would be so nice!

FHwku · #15 02-24-2004, 08:12 PM

First: just wanted to say WOW about this:

Quote:

Originally posted by KappaStargirl
...I was 5'4", 120 lbs, and a 34DDD...

and B : Attire.

an additional positive attribute to breast reduction would be aesthetic. you would be able to wear low cuts without looking so--cleavage...ee...ey...ish.

Part III :

Appendages, limbers, and parts in your appendages, regions, or areas shouldn't play any role in hindering you in any way. If you have the opportunity to improve your quality of life, blah blah blah...i.e. you know what's up, boo.