Single Masectomy
Hello, I joined this group a few weeks ago, but this is my first time posting. I was diagnosed with breast cancer of my left breast in September. I had breast conserving surgery and they removed 40mm ...
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That's great Leanne 75 that it hasn't spread. you've hit the jackpot by only having early stage breast cancer- I know that sounds weird but its true. I wish I really understood that when I was diagnosed- 10 years ago now, all that I have learnt I would have not been so stressed back then. masectomy/chemo /rad is tough. But at least HUGE survival rates stage 3.catch it early . have the treatment. that's the message we have to spread.
yep it feels weird for ages. you keep thinking you have fluid but it just new shapes of muscles and ribs and new armpit shape and chest that makes bras feel weird.but once I had time to accept that new shape and new feelings and got a proper prosthesis and bras ( Lily Bliss To You) I was much more confident. Learnt to wear camisoles and scarves to cover lack of clevage. More surgery not for me. I am happy to pop my plastic boob in and get on with my day.Some people think they are heavy - but they are actually realistic and help balance things for you back/shoulder. its just not a bag of flesh attached to your chest- but a cleverly designed plastic boob in a pocket. I love underwires too.
hope you can save up to cash flow the rebate and get yourself some more comfortable bras. takes a well trained fitter. Don't buy things if your not sure.Just remember anxiety also makes it feel uncomfortable ( I know, I struggle with that) - we have to look after our whole self- hard isn't it.
good luck.your not alone.