I had my follow up appointment this morning with my plastic surgeon, and I got the wound vac from my stomach as well as three of the four drains removed. I have one remaining in my left hip. The doctor is happy with the progress and of my healing. The incisions look good and the transferred skin is looking healthy. My left breast, which was my problem side all along, is feeling firmer already though. He says it could be some fat dying off or some possible bruising underneath, but it isn’t anything too concerning. He does want me to go to physical therapy soon as it might help with the tendon tightness that is still present.

He also confirmed that the pathology report stated there was some potential skin necrosis happening in my left breast prior to surgery. He said it was quite a mess, so I’m grateful I was finally able to get this done before I had no choice anymore. Now I’ll be wearing compression garments for a while and have a follow up appointment again in a week.

I’m also thankful that I got some visitors today. A couple of friends stopped by with lunch, and we sat outside for a little while and caught up.

Then some other friends stopped by before dinner, and we sat on the deck, too, since it was such a gorgeous day for being outside. They also brought me a gift which made me laugh. They know me well. Skulls and flowers! And coffee! 🤩 It was a good day.