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Lucylou
9 years agoMember
Advice on cost of implant
Hi, I would welcome some advice about the cost of a tissue expander and implant. I've got 8 weeks of chemo left then will have a tissue expander put in before I start radiotherapy. It's a pretty tight...
Lucylou
9 years agoMember
Thanks primek. Did you have to go on a wait list for public? My radiation oncologist said she can only push out radiation maximum 8 weeks to allow me have the surgery and I don't think I'll get a choice about when it can be done in the public system. I've been told it's hard to stretch skin after radiation because the texture of the skin becomes more inflexible. Good idea re: breast surgeon and I'll investigate options for a payment plan. Glad to hear you are happy with the results!