Deciding on Reconstruction or not
I am having a hard time deciding. Any thoughts on living without a breast, I feel like I will ok in theory but then I wonder what the reality will be like. I am 48 years old and married, my husband i...
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Hi Renae I had a Mastectomy in Nov 2011 and decided not to have reconstruction at that stage. I returned to theatre 8 hours after my op with a haematoma, losing a litre of blood, and took several days to get over the double dose of anaesthetic. I have put quite a bit of thought in to whether to have reconstruction but at this stage I don't want to return for more surgery. I play badminton and bushwalk and I am quite happy with the comfort and look of my prosthesis. The only time I really think too much about having only one boob is before I am dressed for the day as It is a bit offputting with mirrors about ! All the best with your decision. Cheers Sue