First Blog - just diagnosed
Just been diagnosed with DCIS. Bit scary, too extensive to save most of my right breast. I have been offered reconstruction and seriously thinking about it. Does anyone have any advice. I am in t...
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Hi Jillian
I had a bilateral mastectomy with tissue expanders, then implants and whilst I am not 100 percent happy, I am happy I no longer have breast tissue to give me concern and I also do not have a prosthesis to contend with, they really are hot in tropical North Queensland. I had my reconstruction in 2009, I was diagnosed in 2007 at 36 but took a while to work out what was best for me.
Good luck, there are lots of options and by doing your research you will work out which is best for you and your individual situation.
Tan. Xx