Expander surgery over !!!
karbear
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hello,wanted to thank all of you for your responses . I had my expander surgery Tuesday and today I feel pretty good. I must say that the surgery was far worse than the mascetomy one. I was in major pain for a few days,but thanks to the pain medicine they kept me sleepy. Today I go and have the drain removed,which I am excited for and all the tape removed. I still have a few sore spots but nothing compared to the days after surgery. I start with the fills next week,I am hoping they go well and not so painful...Anyone with some advice would be greatly appreciated!! Thanks again for all your support. God Bless...Karin
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Karin,
Glad to hear your surgery went so well. I may not be the best person to give advice, since my expander(s) were put in place 6 years ago. I don't remember everything, but work with your doctor during the expansion phase. If it becomes too uncomfortable, please say so. Your are not in a race, so let your body dictate how much expansion should be done each week. I'm pretty sure my doctor had me take Tylenol before I got to the office each week, so it was already working when she finished. A heating pad works wonders too. If you need pain medication, ask for it. I found my expansion phase to be uncomfortable for a day or 2, but nothing I couldn't handle. Good luck and take care of yourself. Don't lift heavy objects and get plenty of rest.
God Bless,
Kathy0
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