Self image
Hi everyone,
I'm new to the LLL group but I would like to share my story and ask a few questions.
I was diagnosed with DCIS in September and a had mastectomy at the end of October on one side. I will ...
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I had a double masectomy in October and have chest expanders at the moment. They are like hard boulders until I have the next operation. My husband does not go near them, but I make a point of doing things as I use to. We only have one bathroom, so the kids come in when I am in the shower. They are use to the scars and the look post masectomy and have no problems now with it. I suggest not to hide it so that everyone in the house gets use to the new you. I find sex difficult as I feel only half a women, however as my husband reminds me - at least i am alive and present. Sometimes I need to give myself this reality check that I may not have sexy boobs, but I have my family and they have me.