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Donna3568
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14 years ago

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Can anyone tell me if they have had a double mastectomy to help stop the cancer returning? Since I've had my lumpectomy I've had multiple scares.I think about the cancer returning constantly. My mother died from breast cancer and as she was an orphan, we do not know the family history. I am seriously considering having my breasts removed. Has anyone done this.

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  • You don't mention what type of cancer you had removed.  If it is aggressive or grade 3, the surgeon will sometimes suggest having both breasts off as a precautionary measure, especially with your mother's history of breast cancer.  There is nothing wrong with getting another opinion if it is worrying you.  I had both off as there was a family history and I didn't want the worry or the risk.  Have not regretted it for a moment.  As Tania said, I chose life.  Michelle xx

  • You don't mention what type of cancer you had removed.  If it is aggressive or grade 3, the surgeon will sometimes suggest having both breasts off as a precautionary measure, especially with your mother's history of breast cancer.  There is nothing wrong with getting another opinion if it is worrying you.  I had both off as there was a family history and I didn't want the worry or the risk.  Have not regretted it for a moment.  As Tania said, I chose life.  Michelle xx