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Cupcakes
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9 years ago

Double or single?

Just wondering if anyone can give some insight into decision and living with a double mastectomy.  I have a strong family history through the male side with 2 of my siblings (but not me) having a BRCA2 mutation. I have cancer in the right breast which will be removed. I also have a benign lump in my left. I just don't know whether to have both off and be done with. 
Thanks.

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  • SoldierCrab's avatar
    SoldierCrab
    Member
    9 years ago
    I had both off best decision I made .... I have chosen no reconstruction as I have lots of allergies etc and I am happy flat chested. 
    I was 18DD before bilateral Mastectomy lost 8kg in one go with them removed. 

    My neck and back love me for it :D 
  • Brenda5's avatar
    Brenda5
    Member
    9 years ago
    For my own piece of mind I would. There are draw backs to only having the one off like I did. Your clothes don't sit right with only one bump. Hugz <3