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Re: New Group Proposal - No Reconstruction post Breast Cancer Surgery
I have also asked the technical team to add it to the 'Groups' drop-down menu for easy access. For now, the group can be viewed when people click into 'Groups'.
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Re: New Group Proposal - No Reconstruction post Breast Cancer Surgery
Re: New Group Proposal - No Reconstruction post Breast Cancer Surgery
Re: New Group Proposal - No Reconstruction post Breast Cancer Surgery
Re: New Group Proposal - No Reconstruction post Breast Cancer Surgery
This private group has been created to support people who for various reasons are considering or have chosen to stay flat after breast cancer surgery (i.e. single or double mastectomy). There may also be people who have not had a choice due to potential barriers. There are different challenges and questions faced by people who are considering wearing a breast form or prosthesis (inside the bra or attached to the body to wear under clothing) or ‘Going flat’ (not wearing a breast form).
We welcome you to this safe place to connect with other people, ask questions, share your experience and support others who are going through a similar journey.
You may find this My Journey article useful Choosing to stay flat after mastectomy
The information and discussions in this private group are personal opinion and lived-experience, and should not be considered medical advice. You should seek medical advice by the qualified health professionals in your treating team.
TRIGGER WARNING: Photos of breast surgeries may be shared by other group members. Sometimes words or images can cause sadness, distress, or trigger traumatic memories for people. Please contact the BCNA Helpline 1800 500 258 if you need to talk to someone.
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Re: Mastectomy
I absolutely agree that you should have a second opinion, then proceed with the surgeon you feel comfortable with.
please keep us updated!
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Re: Mastectomy
But I think the name needs to be chosen by those most likely to use the new group, which is not likely to be me. I’ve had a decade to reconsider and the short answer is if I had another breast impacted by cancer, I’d go flat for which being mono-boobed has been useful practice. I think the site will be most useful for those who intend going flat from the outset, or for those keen to keen to remove the remaining breast, for all the reasons we are familiar with. So happy to let those participants decide on the name. Best wishes.