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surgery
i have recently been diagnosed with breast cancer i am 48 yrs old. I have had part of my breasts removed and now going for full mastectomy im really unsure if inplants are good and would like to hear...
Hi @skeetie
I joined the private group on here “ Choosing Breast Reconstruction ” and found the stories and photos very helpful in coming to my decision.
I had double mastectomy and DIEP flap reconstruction , it was a big operation and recovery but I am very happy with the results.
i didn’t want implants as my plastic surgeon said they would probably have to be replaced in 10 to 15 years and I couldn’t face that.
Many ladies also choose to go flat - as I was always big breasted ( D cup went to E cup when I put on weight) I thought going flat was a bridge too far , in the end I went down to C cups and that was good.
Good luck with whatever you decide.
I joined the private group on here “ Choosing Breast Reconstruction ” and found the stories and photos very helpful in coming to my decision.
I had double mastectomy and DIEP flap reconstruction , it was a big operation and recovery but I am very happy with the results.
i didn’t want implants as my plastic surgeon said they would probably have to be replaced in 10 to 15 years and I couldn’t face that.
Many ladies also choose to go flat - as I was always big breasted ( D cup went to E cup when I put on weight) I thought going flat was a bridge too far , in the end I went down to C cups and that was good.
Good luck with whatever you decide.