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I had a lumpectomy at the surgeon's suggestion.  I am glad I did.  I had an overnight stay in hospital and healed well.  Yes I have scars but they will fade in time.  Yes I have questioned my decision on occasion, but honestly, no surgeon is going to recommend a lumpectomy if it is not a good solution.  It does make getting dressed and being naked easier.  The life expectancy is the same.  Yes you have to have radiation as well as chemo.  However some  women who had a mastectomy also have to have radiation.  There are downsides to mastectomy for women who play sport etc.  I think it's best to take the advice of highly trained smart experts like surgeons than very kind well meaning friends and family who simply don't know as much.  And it will drive you mad trying to work out if what you decided was right.  Good luck through this difficult journey, may it go well for you.  Karen