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Hey all,

I'm getting top surgery in a month. I'm getting surgery with dr Kathy Rumer in Ardmore pa. I made a video about my pre op appointment and what to expect. I'll upload it soon. I want to keep updating this because she isn't super well known. Has anyone else had surgery with her or having it? What are your experiences?

I haven't heard of her so I'm interested in hearing your experience  :)

Congrats first of all. I'm glad you're having you're surgery. I'll also be around 2 years on T when I am able to get mine done soooo I don't feel too bad now, lol. I do look forward to seeing your results if you decide to share them and I'd like to hear of your experiences with that surgeon. I'm planning on going to a little known surgeon too so it's nice to see others do the same, best of luck. 

When is your surgery date, Darrin?  I'm pretty sure you and I will be having both our surgeries around the same time.  Mine is on the 24th January. 

My surgery is January 22nd.

Quote from: Darrin Scott on December 23, 2013, 03:54:31 PM
My surgery is January 22nd.

Good luck, Darrin.  I met someone (do not know him well), who went to Rumer.  I know that he is pleased with his surgery, but I did not see his chest.

Surgery is the day after tomorrow. Nervous and excited!!!

good luck Darrin!

Congrats Darrin! Good luck! ;D

Best of luck!  Are you making your list and checking it twice?  8)

Thank guys! I'll update when I can.

Darrin, I just thought of you, so I jumped online.  Is there any possibility your surgery will be canceled since it is in Philly/close to Philly because of the snow?  What time is your surgery?  How close are you to the surgi center/hospital where you are getting it done?

My surgery was canceled. I call Thursday to reschedule.

Quote from: Darrin Scott on January 21, 2014, 08:56:54 PM
My surgery was canceled. I call Thursday to reschedule.

Man, I'm sorry, that sucks.  I hope you don't have to wait too long.

Yeah had a friend who had to reschedule because his surgeon had jury duty. Seems a LOT stranger than a snow storm. I'm sure it will be soon.

--Jay

I hope I on' have to wait long. I'm so anxious to find out the new date. Stupid snow storm. lol

I would be pissed if mine was cancelled.

Quote from: Alexthecat on January 22, 2014, 10:28:17 AM
I would be pissed if mine was cancelled.

Well, it's like, what can you do? A frigid snow storm came and the surgery center is shut down as is my surgeons office. It's just life. Hopefully I'm not waiting another month for a new date.

Quote from: Darrin Scott on January 22, 2014, 11:10:15 AM

Well, it's like, what can you do? A frigid snow storm came and the surgery center is shut down as is my surgeons office. It's just life. Hopefully I'm not waiting another month for a new date.

That's a good attitude to have. I think I'd be disappointed, but in a year a few days/weeks one way or the other is not going to matter in the slightest.


--Jay

Quote from: aleon515 on January 22, 2014, 11:43:50 AM
That's a good attitude to have. I think I'd be disappointed, but in a year a few days/weeks one way or the other is not going to matter in the slightest.


--Jay

Oh I'm disappointed and upset, but there is nothing I can do about it. *shrug*

Surgery got pushed back to March 12th. That's the soonest the surgeon could take me.

Oh wow, I'm really sorry to hear that, Darrin.  I'm glad you have a date, though - time will fly. :)

Quote from: Kreuzfidel on January 26, 2014, 01:59:36 AM
Oh wow, I'm really sorry to hear that, Darrin.  I'm glad you have a date, though - time will fly. :)

Thank you. It'll be ok. At least I can do my shots again. I hate being off of them.

Surgery is now a week and a half away. Hope the weather cooperates with me this time!

Thanks dude! I was thinking that earlier. It looks like the weather is going to be ok. It's cloudy on tuesday and 70% of rain on wednesday. So I think it'll be ok. I'll definitely keep everyone updated!

Tomorrow is my surgery. So far no cancellation phone calls!

Good luck buddy, pretty sure it's on!!!

--Jay

Good luck and happy healing!  Keep us updated.

Hey all. Had my surgery. I'm in a little pain, but not too bad. Slept all afternoon, but Im so flat!!!

Quote from: Darrin Scott on March 12, 2014, 03:36:28 PM
Hey all. Had my surgery. I'm in a little pain, but not too bad. Slept all afternoon, but Im so flat!!!

Excellent, now go back to bed and let us hear from you later!  :)


--Jay

Congrats, Darrin!  Glad things went well.

Thanks all! Got a question. I'm not draining much. I'm only draining like 1/4cc and under and today we only changed them once. Yesterday, 3 times. Is this normal?

Quote from: Darrin Scott on March 13, 2014, 12:12:00 PM
Thanks all! Got a question. I'm not draining much. I'm only draining like 1/4cc and under and today we only changed them once. Yesterday, 3 times. Is this normal?

As long as you are sure you have a vacuum. Before you put the top on the grenade :)  be sure to squeeze it really really tight. Squeeze it vertically and then horizontally like you are trying to put it in a really small duffle, that's what Leland does (at New Beginnings) and he knows his stuff. I didn't have much, more than that, but not much. I only changed it 3 times the first day and only twice the second and after that once.


--Jay

Quote from: Darrin Scott on March 13, 2014, 12:12:00 PM
Thanks all! Got a question. I'm not draining much. I'm only draining like 1/4cc and under and today we only changed them once. Yesterday, 3 times. Is this normal?

As long as you are doing it right like Jay described, then don't worry. People drain varying amounts of fluids.

I barely drained at all, it's normal for some people.

I was just thinking about ya. I remembered your surgery was coming up but couldn't remember when to save my life. Congrats man! I'm glad you're on the road to recovery and land of the comfortable.

Congrats, mate!

Quote from: Alexthecat on March 13, 2014, 11:13:55 PM
I barely drained at all, it's normal for some people.

^Same.  I had hardly any fluid coming out and they took my drains out completely after just 3 days.

Thanks all. Pain is a lot less worse today. I'm supposed to get my drains out Wednesday!

I have another question. I have a little burning sensation where my right drain hole is. Is this normal? I also have bruising right under my arm pits. Which might be from the actual procedure.

Are you cleaning around the hole with a baby wipe? That can cause burning.

Glad to hear that your pain levels are dropping off!

What does the area around the drain hole look like?  I had a little blister on my skin just above the hole itself from the tube rubbing against me. 

Thanks guys. Pain is totally manageable. I'm off all heavy duty pain meds. I am going to call my doctor tomorrow (monday) to see if I can get the drains out early. I'm draining like an 8th of liquid a day.