A trans YouTuber I watch recently got FFS. And for a while all her videos she covered up her face. I wouldn't call that vanity. I would call that a normal human reaction to your face still healing up and being swollen

Give it time!

My heart really goes out to you.

I doubt I am unique in this, but I have followed maybe a dozen people I know reasonably well from the consultation to post-op stage. From where I sit, what you are experiencing is entirely normal. I also know that is easy for me to say given that I do not sit where you are sitting 😅.

I will say is that your brain is not your friend right now. Distract it, flood it with a lot of unrelated data. Trying listening to an audiobook at 2-3x the speed. Watch a LOT of movies. Avoid the mirror.

Hang in there, my amazing friend. The sun is shining - you just have to wait for the fog to burn off.

I have not had FFS yet. But sending love and a speedy recovery🤍🤍🤍 you’re gonna look stellar.

Two things that might cheer you up some from my experience. The girl you saw will look even better when you are healed. In 2 to 3 weeks a lot of the swelling should be gone.

Congratulations!

I feel your pain 😞! I'm going through the same thing myself here in Bangkok, Thailand. I arrived here on June 8th and was in the operating room on June 10th for the first round of surgical procedures. I had the second round of surgical procedures on June 27th. Now I'm waiting for the swelling to go down so I can have the last round of surgical procedures. Hang in there 🙏! You are not alone!

Hey gorgeous! I’m having surgery with Dr jamiley and Toronto as well come March 2023. Hang in there! I know that the next little bit is going to be rather challenging but you’re gonna start to see yourself more and more each day!

I went through this too after mine and it's absolutely normal to have depression after any surgery much less one that is as drastic as FFS. Since you've had it so soon, I'm guessing you might still have the nose cast on, things got a lot easier for me after that thing came off and I could see my full face. From there, really just focus on things you find fun like playing a game or hanging out with friends.

i can imagine the great suffering of FFS, i've reseached it thoroughly. i want to do it some day regardless but right now i don't have the privilege.

but that's something that could maintain your light, that you had the privilege to do this and that there is light at the end of the tunnel. you will get through this, think about the times you will have after the proverbial war, your future is set and you only have healing to worry about. remind yourself of that, and do some things you enjoy, treat yourself gently and avoid triggers.

Congratulations exciting! I had mine FFS and tummy Tuck with Dr Lazaro Cardenas he was great amazing staff my experience was a plethora of emotions and yes distressing like you I was happy with initial results right after surgery but my face quickly became inc6 swollen and purple was constantly just looking at myself in the mirror more fixated than I should have been somedays I was like yeah I look good and others I felt like an ugly ogre! Heads up with what will eventually happen your skin is very stretched and it might look like its sagging tbat freak me out! In all it took no less than 6 months for swelling to be reduced by 95% percent and have an impression of your final results. Be patient with your body! I am unfortunately one of those insecure people before and even more after transition having more work done on my face in Jan 2023 lipo fat grafting to contour my facial fwatures and a lip lift and finally adams apple shave .. ive had so much work done already almost embarrassed to admit but I think most of us Transitionng want not only to pass but be considered attractive that is the hardest part I dont want to be homely looking I want to look nice for myself and confident. Howabout yourself how are you feeling?? Let me know if you want suggestions or have any questions?? Pm message youcheers from the Jello capital if theworld! Salt Lake City! 😆

Just be patient hun. Easy to say and hard to do. I had ffs on March 8th and in just the last few weeks my face has gotten soooooooo much better. I wasn’t expecting that. I need to post some updated pics come to think of it.

The swelling and pressure are a bitch and the healing process sucks. But once you are over that 1st hump when the swelling ‘appears’ to have gone away, then you’ll be smooth sailing from there on. Cause it just looks better and better everyday.

I can’t believe 4 months later and it’s still getting prettier and prettier hun. Hang in there 💗💖💗💖💗💖💗❣️

I'm so sorry your struggling. Not dismissing the physical elements but just wanted mention that depression is common even with most mundane of surgeries. You went through big fight getting there and even in the absolute best of best amazing situations whether that surgery, graduation with masters there is big period time where mind needs chance to catch up and come terms after the mental battles its been through. I'm 12 weeks post-op for PIV and can tell that depression hit me hard and I'm still working through it. The message I keep getting is that need give myself a break. I need remind myself what I just went through. Give myself time heal, time to grow, and time for my mind to heal as well.

Best luck and stay strong. Try keep your head high and show yourself some love and care.

Hello I had ffs in May and went through the same thing it’s great to hear people call me ma’am and “ her, she” hang in there it’ll get better! I had revision rhinoplasty too so I won’t see my results for another year! If I can wait you can! It’ll be worth it!

Someone once mentioned that most sub-skim surgeries can result in severe but ultimately temporary bouts of depression.. I'm not a doctor so I can't confirm or deny. Honestly it sounds a little like an old wives' tale.

But if true, it's good to keep in mind that what you're feeling may just be a side effect of the surgery. Much love girl.

P.S. I have a date with Dr. J in November and can't wait. Glad you saw her! You will see her again!

Sending happy vibes! I someday hope to get ffs but is also scared at the thought about it! But you did it! :) I’m proud of you! Hope you feel better soon! Depression a beech!

I had full FFS in February. Two-three days is like peak swelling! I was out and about after a couple of weeks. It’s only gotten better and better since then. You will be amazed how quickly the swelling goes down. And in 2-3 weeks you will be in the “imperceptible swelling” phase where no one can tell that you’re still swollen. Ice!