Lumpectomy or Mastecomy?
Hi All Thanks in advance for being an amazing network that allows people in our position to connect with others for support. :smile: 12 Months ago - almost exactly! - I was diagnosed with breast ca...
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Bloody hell @Nards , that sounds absolutely barbaric! I know everyone has to learn but I can see why you wouldn't be putting your hand up for the combination boob suck and squeeze deal again.
If you are thinking of a bilateral mastectomy, please get some counseling. Yes, I say this to everyone but it can make such a difference if you have to convince a reluctant surgeon (many of them are surprisingly squeamish) that you really do know what you want to do with your body. It's rare that we can make totally independent decisions about our treatment--there always seems to be somebody else who's opinion needs to be considered or who, for what ever reason, feels that you need to be second guessed. Use the system that is in place to help you prepare mentally and you will also have made a strategic move that could save you some grief and arguments in the future.
PS, I'm all for bilateral mastectomies, you cant get cancer in a tit you don't have. Which doesn't mean you are safe because this stuff is sneaky, but it's one less thing to worry about.
Good luck.
Marg
If you are thinking of a bilateral mastectomy, please get some counseling. Yes, I say this to everyone but it can make such a difference if you have to convince a reluctant surgeon (many of them are surprisingly squeamish) that you really do know what you want to do with your body. It's rare that we can make totally independent decisions about our treatment--there always seems to be somebody else who's opinion needs to be considered or who, for what ever reason, feels that you need to be second guessed. Use the system that is in place to help you prepare mentally and you will also have made a strategic move that could save you some grief and arguments in the future.
PS, I'm all for bilateral mastectomies, you cant get cancer in a tit you don't have. Which doesn't mean you are safe because this stuff is sneaky, but it's one less thing to worry about.
Good luck.
Marg