Surgery decisions
@Sheeba original post copied from the activity section. I was diagnosed with stage 3 breast hormone positive breast cancer in august 2021. The surgeon said because of the size of my breasts in rel...
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Hi @Sheeba
So many difficult decisions to make!
Take your time to think about what you need, but don’t over think it. Wait for the results tomorrow and then start to worry about the options/next steps. Today is only going to be a guessing game so you may as well enjoy it as it is without tomorrow’s worries 💫
If you decide a mastectomy is the right next step or it is what needs to be done, take time to consider all your options and timing too!
I am 36 and had to have a mastectomy (right breast) as the cancer was too big/spread, no choice there. I have opted (convinced my surgeon) for a double mastectomy. I knew I didn’t want to be loopsided and I know I can have the same reconstruction on both side in the future, but I am choosing to stay flat.
I went over and over all the pros and cons (the big one like anxiety for and in the future and even the silliest one like being able to run without a bra - I don’t run, ever btw!) and despite some double guessing and comments from my family (unfortunately projecting their worries onto me, which were never mine!) I knew what I wanted and therefore was right for me. This forum was also incredibly supportive and helped me make the best decision!
I guess what I am trying to say is.. do what feels right for you. Don’t focus too much on the statistics. Take a step back and think about what is important to you - be selfish! 🌸
We are all different, but I hope my experience with the surgery helps you with your future choice.
So many difficult decisions to make!
Take your time to think about what you need, but don’t over think it. Wait for the results tomorrow and then start to worry about the options/next steps. Today is only going to be a guessing game so you may as well enjoy it as it is without tomorrow’s worries 💫
If you decide a mastectomy is the right next step or it is what needs to be done, take time to consider all your options and timing too!
I am 36 and had to have a mastectomy (right breast) as the cancer was too big/spread, no choice there. I have opted (convinced my surgeon) for a double mastectomy. I knew I didn’t want to be loopsided and I know I can have the same reconstruction on both side in the future, but I am choosing to stay flat.
I went over and over all the pros and cons (the big one like anxiety for and in the future and even the silliest one like being able to run without a bra - I don’t run, ever btw!) and despite some double guessing and comments from my family (unfortunately projecting their worries onto me, which were never mine!) I knew what I wanted and therefore was right for me. This forum was also incredibly supportive and helped me make the best decision!
I guess what I am trying to say is.. do what feels right for you. Don’t focus too much on the statistics. Take a step back and think about what is important to you - be selfish! 🌸
We are all different, but I hope my experience with the surgery helps you with your future choice.