Hi M0nP
So sorry to hear of your diagnosis.
I was 47 at diagnosis and thought the same as you (about being called young!) - love your sense of humour 😆 You may wish to consider genetic testing due to your age - I did genetic counselling, but didn't go ahead with the test as the percentages were low and it may affect life insurance. Maybe ask your surgeon or breast cancer nurse for more info.
After all your tests, you will likely receive a plan forward which will confirm your surgery. I ended up having to do chemo first, then surgery (but that scenario is less common and you may not need chemo at all).
I had a double mastectomy and immediate recon, but not at Peter Mac - I'm in Perth. I had wanted DIEP flap recon, but unfortunately my surgeon advised there wasn't enough flesh for it, so I ended up with implants (which I am happy with).
There is a private group you can join on here called Group: Choosing breast reconstruction | BCNA Online Network which might be of interest, where people have posted details and photos.
All the best with your MRI and biopsy xx
Thank you for your response Suki! I had my biopsy and MRI today and now we wait, till Friday. This waiting thing really sucks. I was told about genetic testing and I have already sent a sample off, I didn’t realise it would affect life insurance but of course it makes sense. I have 2 little girls so it was important for us to know if it’s genetic.
So great that you are happy with your implants post DMX, I did briefly consider it but my 2 emergency C-sections have left me with just enough fat to stuff into my breasts 😂 glad that overhang is not completely useless after all. I’m sincerely hoping I skip the chemo not that hormone therapy sounds like a walk in the park. I did try joining the group you suggested but my request has not been accepted. Hoping it’s accepted soon so I get a little insight into what the experience is like before I have to decide 🤞
