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Hi @annmaree872
When you refer to “procedures” are you including a double mastectomy?
I had a double mastectomy with reconstruction and it was a big decision as well as (2) big surgeries.
I found that the private group on here “ Choosing reconstruction” very helpful - ladies who have been there post stories and photos - I did also call the BCNA helpline and talk  to my ( female) GP as well as a friend of a friend who had a double mastectomy and reconstruction and that was also very helpful.
There  are different types of reconstruction and some  ladies stay flat - there is a private group on here for that  too “ Flatchat”.
The helpline can join you up if you  have issues.
With all my medical decisions I asked my Dr “ what would you do if  it was you”? Or if the Dr was male “ What would you advise your sister/mother/aunt in these circumstances?
Take care.
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Hi @annemaree82 - sounds like you have had good support and suggestions above. We would like to also provide you with information we have in our My Journey resource and website. It must be difficult navigating these decisions and we hope the information is helpful. 

• Genetics and risk of breast cancer
• Mastectomy for early breast cancer
• BRECONDA, the online breast reconstruction decision aid
• Breast reconstruction
• Breast Reconstruction – Options and Expectations Conference
• Staying flat after mastectomy

Feel free to reach out to our Helpline for any further targeted information that may help 1800 500 258

https://www.bcna.org.au/resource-hub/articles/genetics-and-risk-of-breast-cancer/

@annmaree872 
I hope the link above gives you clarity on your situation 

Best wishes 
Take care

Hello @annmaree872 and welcome.  As you have not had any response yet I have sent you a private message - look for the little envelope to the top right of the screen next to where you log off.