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Mastectomy vs Reconstruction
I am nearing the end of chemotherapy and am faced with the decision as to whether to have a mastectomy or mastectomy plus reconstruction. I have started to gather data about the recon as initially I w...
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Hi Cory. Welcome. I was like you in that I made an instant decision but the other way! I knew I wanted a reconstruction, and that I didn't want implants if I could help it.
My story is in the Breast Reconstruction group, Kate's DIEP. It's long and detailed! But it will give you an idea of what you're in for if you have this type of recon.
The short version: for me it was long and difficult but 100% worth it. No regrets, I'd do it again.
See you over there in the group! K xox
My story is in the Breast Reconstruction group, Kate's DIEP. It's long and detailed! But it will give you an idea of what you're in for if you have this type of recon.
The short version: for me it was long and difficult but 100% worth it. No regrets, I'd do it again.
See you over there in the group! K xox