Tram Flap

Hi Louise,

I totally agree with you it is the anticipation of it all.

I was originally going to have the preventative mastectomy and reconstruction all at once but when the Dr found the DCIS I just decided to get both breasts removed. I was 36 when I had my mastectomy.

Like you my husband had been so supportive and wonderful. He just wants me to be healthy and happy.

It is a really tough journey emotionally and physically but I can tell you that it does get better and you will have peace of mind knowing that you don't have to worry about another lump again.

Like you I was concerned about the mesh but now I have it I don't notice it..So far I have not had any trouble with it. Each day I have been feeling not as tight in my stomach which is good.

A friend of mine had the Tram Flap too and I asked her about the mesh and she said she doesn't feel it and forgot it was there.

I was also asked to loose a few kilos before my op. I think I only lost about 4 but I started going to boot camp and walking and jogging and I think by doing that it really did help my recovery.

I know you will be fine. It sounds like you have got a great attitude.

Thank you for thinking of me.

Take care

Kristy xx