Post op problems

Is it just me or has anyone else had THE greasiest skin post op. My friend said it’s to do with having surgery. I never get oily skin and since my op on Wednesday my face is like I’m rubbing olive oil in it, and my hair is soo greasy.
Also mega tummy issues the bloating is beyond painful my stomach feels like a brick wall and is so distended.
The pain from the breast band and insisions is one thing but all this greasy skin and bloated belly malarkey is leaving me feeling so down. Any tips or words of encouragement would be appreciated. I’m managing the pain and I know this will all be worth it in the end, but it’s hard to not feel low at times.

omg same i have had such greasy skin but I’m 8DPO and for about four days have been doing my normal skincare routine and just stopped the codeine so its starting to resort back to normal! i think its a side effect of the codeine! x

I’m glad it’s not just me. I have never had greasy skin in my life and it’s thrown me right off. Hopefully when I’m off the codeine I’ll get back to normal!

Hey girls its a greasy skin is a comonn side affect omg i suffered badly with it i used tea tree wipes which really helped. Once your off the meds it will all settle down hang in there x

Hi ladies! I was the same, could literally wipe the grease off my face and my hair was trying to walk off my head it was that minging! Also my tummy was soooo bloated, couldn’t suck it in or fasten my jeans over the top of it and I felt just like a fat useless greasy whale ???? It doesn’t help when you’re already feeling low! It is easier said than done, but try not to let it get the better of you because it is only temporary and it will improve massively in a short space of time. Wishing you well in your recovery, big loves xxx

Sorry I don’t know how to tag. But literally that’s how I feel girls. Glad it’s not just me. Had a little cry last night because it’s all getting on top of me, but woke up this morning feeling more positive. Can’t believe the grease though. Something I well wasn’t prepared for!

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