DIEP reconstruction or going flat
Good morning, I'm new to this site and I'm so glad I was referred to it. I've been diagnosed with HER2 positive last week and need to have a complete mastectomy on my left breast. Everything is mov...
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Hi judith0861 - Welcome, and thank you for sharing your story. That’s such a big decision to be facing, and it’s great that you’re thinking about what feels best for you, hearing others’ experiences can really help. You’re not alone, and we’re here to support you through it. Please reach out if there's anything we can work through with you, many have found the images and information in our private groups very helpful:
Choosing breast reconstruction | BCNA Online Network
Flat Chat No Reconstruction | BCNA Online Network
Warm wishes,
Christina 🌷
Thank you for all the lovely responses, I really appreciated hearing your experiences.
I met with my lovely oncologist during the week, another gorgeous smarr person who is dedicated to helping women with breast cancer. My treatment plan is to start weekly chemo infusion for 12 weeks with every 3rd session to include Herceptin. Following the 12 weeks with 2-3 week break, I need to have my mastectomy followed with weekly Herceptin injections.
I have a few weeks extra now to make my decision of a reconstruction or going flat. I'm comfortable with my treatment plan recommended by my medical team although I am being realistic that the coming weeks will be challenging and may not be easy.
All the best
Judith xx
Hi judith0861
Great that things are going along smoothly & you are happy with your plan.
Definitely join the Triple + group, who will be able to answer any of your queries before, during & after your treatment & surgery xx
Group: Triple Positive Breast Cancer (TPBC) | BCNA Online NetworkWishing you all the best with your treatment and surgery xx
Thanks Arpie, I've sent a request to join the Triple Positive group xx
