Reconstruction, Lumpectomy v Masectomy
I was wondering if anyone knows if reconstructions are only for people who have masectomies or if there is a time limit from the time of surgery. My scaring & appearance is getting worse & is really d...
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@PaulaN
Sorry to hear of whats happened! I don't believe there is a time limit at all. Ive had Breast Cancer twice in 5yrs and 2 major lumpectomies. My breast is left scarred and mutilated too but Im big breasted so hasnt worried me too much....however as Ive had a recurrence Ive been told by my Breast Surgeon and Oncologist to have a Mastectomy. I am nearly 11 months post chemo now and only seeing a Plastic Surgeon next week and then organising a mastectomy/reconstruction which wont be until next year. So I dont believe there are time constraints, but your Breast Surgeon is who you need to go back and see to discuss and who will then discuss options and Plastic Surgeons. Hugs Melinda xo
Sorry to hear of whats happened! I don't believe there is a time limit at all. Ive had Breast Cancer twice in 5yrs and 2 major lumpectomies. My breast is left scarred and mutilated too but Im big breasted so hasnt worried me too much....however as Ive had a recurrence Ive been told by my Breast Surgeon and Oncologist to have a Mastectomy. I am nearly 11 months post chemo now and only seeing a Plastic Surgeon next week and then organising a mastectomy/reconstruction which wont be until next year. So I dont believe there are time constraints, but your Breast Surgeon is who you need to go back and see to discuss and who will then discuss options and Plastic Surgeons. Hugs Melinda xo