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Sallietj
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13 years ago

Diep op

Hi , I'm 47 years old mother of two girls 21& 18. I was diagnosed on the 16th May 2013, TNBC stage 3. Ive just had my 4th and last round of chemo on Monday. Each round has come with its own stories but some how you just dig deep and stay positive. I'm not having radiotherapy due to the fact of I'm having to have a Bilateral mastectomy on the 5th of October. Dr Hamish Farrow is my surgeon from the Epworth in Melbourne and I click with him straight away. He has suggested I have the Diep procedure where they take the veins and skin from my stomach and leave my muscle. This is a faster recovery and not as sore. To be totally honest I'm feeling more nervous about this than I was about having chemo. It would be great if there is anyone who has had this type of surgery and could give me some first hand feedback. Thanks Sallie
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  • Sallietj's avatar
    Sallietj
    Member
    13 years ago
    Just register as a member, thank you so much I really appreciate your support.
  • LouiseTurner's avatar
    LouiseTurner
    In Memoriam
    13 years ago
    Thanks for the plug Sam.... Sallie, we have started a private blog for ladies like you who have questions about breast reconstruction. Ladies have kindly posted photo stories of their experiences. There is an excellent blog specific to DIEP flap reconstruction. This is a private group so if you are interested, follow the link and request membership. http://www.bcna.org.au/group/61026 Cheers Louie
  • SamzRusty's avatar
    SamzRusty
    Member
    13 years ago

    Hi Sallie,

    I see my surgeon next week as to my double mastectomy & reconstruction that I'll be having in January. There's are really good group on here called Breast Reconstruction. You should look it up. Some of the ladies have posted photo diaries that I have found very heplful.

    Take care, Sam xoxox