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tkv13
4 hours agoNew member
DCIS diagnosis & double mastectomy
Hi all! I am 38 with 2 young kids - 5 and 1.5, based in Brisbane and working full time. I was diagnosed with DCIS on Monday and am booked in for a double mastectomy, also removing some lymph node...
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Elena_BCNA
22 minutes agoCommunity Manager
Hi tkv13, I'm so sorry to hear about your diagnosis. It sounds like everything has happened incredibly quickly, and with two little ones and work on your plate, it's completely understandable to be feeling overwhelmed and angry right now.
While you're waiting for other members to share their experiences, here are a few resources that may be helpful:
Types of breast reconstruction
Prepare for breast reconstruction surgery
Mastectomy with immediate reconstruction
Exercises before and after breast reconstruction surgery
You may also wish to join our Choosing Breast Reconstruction group, where you can connect with others who have faced similar decisions and learn more about what recovery was like for them.
And if it all feels a bit overwhelming, please remember our Helpline team is here for you on 1800 500 258, 9am-5pm AEST.
Take good care of yourself, and all the best for your appointment on Friday
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