#35 Kirsty’s Surgery (The Worst Experience) In Turkey

In this episode of Spill the Tea, We discussed Kirsty’s recent cosmetic surgeries explant, breast reduction and lift, and 360° liposuction—performed in Turkey; she reports excellent aesthetic results but extreme post-operative pain, heavy swelling, and removal of 8.5 liters of fat. Kirsty repeatedly describes poor patient care and communication from the clinic (cold staff, inconsistent caregivers, lack of English communication, inadequate post-op support, unexpected additional costs for garments and massages, and questionable hygiene practices), which made the experience traumatic despite good surgical outcomes. She emphasizes gratitude for her partner and children’s support, praises lymphatic massage and compression garments (fahas) for recovery, and advises others to research providers carefully—sharing that she prefers her past experience in Thailand and warning about the importance of compassionate aftercare.

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In this episode of Spill the Tea, we share :

00:00:55 – 00:06:21 | Reasons for surgery and prior historyKirsty’s motivation: implants placed in 2019 and 2021 resulted in heavy, uncomfortable breasts after childbirth, causing physical pain and functional limitations (neck/shoulder pain, headaches, inability to run) and dissatisfaction with appearance.She researched clinics in Turkey, had prior consultations,and weighed options before scheduling; she initially postponed to allow Beau to do surgery first.

00:06:21 – 00:14:40 | Surgical day and immediate post-op carePre-op/intra-op: minimal bedside manner no comforting countdown or hand-holding before anesthesia, contributed to feeling isolated.Post-op awakening:severe shaking/convulsions, extreme cold, teeth chattering; minimal English spoken by staff and limited comfort measures (only blankets, no warming devices), causing acute distress.No proactive explanation of typical post-op sensations or what to expect; Kirsty reported intense anxiety recalling these moments.

00:14:40 – 00:19:22 | Aftercare room and wound care concernsTemporary post-op care took place in a small back-room/storeroom with minimal facilities; while nursing staff were described as kind, they had limited English, and wound-cleaning procedures appeared inadequate (lavender baby wipe used rather than antiseptic), prompting Kirsty to procure antiseptic supplies and self-manage cleaning later.Additional unexpected costs billed post-op: five massages and compression g