Recurrence of Breast cancer .... 12 months on
Hi, I have recently been diagnosed with a recurrence of breast cancer, due to have mastectomy this month and I am looking at reconstruction options ...... I believe there are groups dealing with thi...
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Hi Sandy
Just a few things that helped me
- range of info (booklets, resources, dvd, My Journey Kit) available via BCNA and Cancer Council websites - Reclaim your Curves site is very helpful, too
- having list of prepared questions for my surgeon at every consultation ( and getting answers that made sense to me!)
- weighing up risks and rewards of each recon choice offered to me, making my own decision - and sticking to it!
- having realistic picture of recon result I wanted and why I wanted it
You'll find lots of practical tips and and support through BCNA's network.
Just ask for whatever you need to make your decision.
Keep in touch. Di
Just a few things that helped me
- range of info (booklets, resources, dvd, My Journey Kit) available via BCNA and Cancer Council websites - Reclaim your Curves site is very helpful, too
- having list of prepared questions for my surgeon at every consultation ( and getting answers that made sense to me!)
- weighing up risks and rewards of each recon choice offered to me, making my own decision - and sticking to it!
- having realistic picture of recon result I wanted and why I wanted it
You'll find lots of practical tips and and support through BCNA's network.
Just ask for whatever you need to make your decision.
Keep in touch. Di