2013.01.30
For the last 6 years I’ve been taking steroids to control my
lupus. And as all other medication
It has side effects lie: weight gain, diabetes, hypertension,
brittle bones and kidney problems.
I gained +- 30kilograms when I started taking the steroids. Especially
the top part of my body.
My shoulders became broader ,my breasts larger and I
developed a tummy that I never had.
As time went on the lupus became under control. I was weaned
off from the steroids and currently only taking 5mg.
And I lost a huge amount of weight all over my body except
for my breast. It felt and looked as it just became huger and huger. I had
constant back and neck pain. My boobs became too heavy for my small frame. I
struggled to buy clothing. I had to buy large sizes to accommodate my boobs but
then it didn’t fit me properly because of my small waste.
My Rheumy recommended a Reduction Mammoplasty ‘Breast
Reduction’
“Breast reduction removes excess breast fat, glandular
tissue and skin to achieve a breast size in proportion with your body and to
alleviate the discomfort”
At first I was a bit sceptical because I was afraid that I
might develop problems.
But then I decided to take the chance and on the 8th January
I went for the Reduction Mammoplasty
I first had to go to my Rheumy for a full medical report and
she gave the right away to the surgeon.
I went into surgery at 8h00 am and Algamdulilaah I woke up
11h30.The surgeons that did the procedure took all possible precautions to
prevent any complications. The next day I started walking around in the ward
and the nurses and surgeon were so amazed by my speedy recovery.
After a few days I developed an infection in my 1 breast but
the surgeon assured me that it is common for woman to develop infection after
surgery.
Today is exactly 22 days ago that I had my operation and I
can honestly say I made the right choice to have the reduction. I don’t have
that constant neck and back pain and I feel so much confident and happy with my
new boobs.
