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Bottom Surgery

Started by AmandaDanielle, December 16, 2017, 11:54:07 AM

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AmandaDanielle

Well, it's finally happened! I had my bottom surgery and I couldnt be happier with the result! I learned a few things from this experience and I wanted to pass them on to you ladies.

1. Big names are not always the best option!

For a long time I coveted having Marcy Bowers do my GRS. I swore I wouldn't leave the US for surgery so there were only a few options. When I was ready I contacted Bowers office. I realized that with the name comes a long wait. So i also contacted a doctor in California and found just about the same result. Luckly, I was fortunate to able to find an up and coming surgeon that has been doing plastic and general surgery for years. He is so gifted that he makes Marcy Bowers look like a newb. His name is Dr Stiller with Palouse Surgeons in Moscow, ID. He hasn't really showed up on radar yet as I am his #8 in Washington, Idaho, and Oregon. He is incredible!!

2. This is not to be taken lightly. (Not that I did, just making a point)

This surgery is real deal and shouldnt be taken lightly. it's real deal pain too. While i was in the hospital for the five days required bedrest, there are three times I recall wanting to die because of the pain. I have a high tolerance for pain and still it hurt. do yourself a favor an make sure you expect the worst and be surprised if its not as bad as you think. the packing really is horrible. it feels like a brick between your legs. be assured tho, most of the pain is fleeting and the nurses keep you well medicated.

3. Fear of the unknown can make you think crazy things.

I've always wanted this surgery. always knew I needed it but when presented with a date, my mind went into a tailspin. Remeber all the reasons why you want/need the surgery and defeat that doubt as it arises. those memories helped me tremendously! stay positive and know that you would not have sought this surgery had you not wanted the outcome. this is something about finally setting a surgery date that makes you go crazy!

I'll share more as it strikes me! I hope I can be helpful to someone out there.

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TinaVane

How much depth did you get from him ...And how long was your stay in the hospital  I do remember you saying he let you go home after your time was up ....
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Gail20

Congratulations. 

I'm 4 months post-op and have to agree with you.  This is not for the faint of heart.  The pain was much more than I expected and also lasted longer than I anticipated.  I tell people the healing process (pain) is glacial. I'm also 66. Still, the healing process (wounds) was excellent.  No scarring, no granulation and the results look more like I had a transplant than GCS reconstruction. . . I went to NYU in NYC and had a team of surgeons (Urologist, Plastic Surgeon and Robot) so it was all state of the art. .  seems like this approach paid off. . .
"friends speak for you when you can't speak for yourself" :)
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AmandaDanielle

Quote from: TinaVane on December 16, 2017, 05:42:27 PM
How much depth did you get from him ...And how long was your stay in the hospital  I do remember you saying he let you go home after your time was up ....
5 inches, 5 days in the hospital... bed rest...

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