Expander Update 2
Thought I would do an update. I know I go looking for other posts from people doing the expander then silicon implant process so it may be helpful to others.
I am now past half way in the expansion process. 150ml was put in each side in operation (not 100ml as I first thought). Two weeks after surgery I had 60ml and have done that each week. Had to have a break for one week because I had a low grade infeciton so they sent me home with no fill and a script for antibiotics. Fortunately, it cleared up. I know some people have terrible trouble with infections and end up having the expanders taken out so I was relieved my infection didn't progress further.
Thought I should pass this on: I was using silicon gel on my scars (drain scars and mastecomy scars). My surgeon suggested it. However, my plastic surgeon said this is possibly why I got the infection. He said there is no point trying to reduce the scarring at this stage anyway because they will all be cut open again for the exchange surgery in a few months. So basically the advice is, don't touch the scars!
I am now at 330ml. I take some paracetemol after each fill but they are not too bad. I will go to 450ml after which I will go to Thailand to celebrate my 50 birthday with my family.
Then I will wait 3 months for the exchange op.
I know the expanders are high and more uncomfortable than the silicon implants will be but I have to say I don't mind the look of them at all. They look fine under most clothes and I love not wearing a bra.
