Looming double mastectomy
im having a double mastectomy with auxiliary lymph node clearance on the 1st November. Finding it hard to believe it’s happening even though I’ve had 6 months of chemo! Wondering how to get my head ar...
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Hi @MaryB83
I had a lumpectomy on my right breast along with lymph node removal on the 21st August. Unfortunately the pathology results weren't what I hoped and ended up having a double mastectomy on the 4th Sept. I was also large busted (18G) and was completely overwhelmed, devastated.... the list goes on.
I'm not going to say it's easy at all and the days and weeks after I was an emotional mess. But as time goes on it does get better. I've just had my second round of AC and am struggling with that more than the double mastectomy.
I have been fitted and received my prosthesis and new bras in a size D. It actually surprised me how comforting it was to have these and the difference it made in my confidence, although my scarring is still quite sore so I only wear them out for short periods of time.
Looking in the mirror has gotten easier and talking to friends and family about how I feel and getting their support has been invaluable. Knowing you are still the same beautiful person to those that you love the dearest has been the most encouraging and supporting words to keep me positive and on track.
I also have to remind myself on the tough days that if I hadn't of had this surgery then I may not be here in the years to come.... and that wasn't ever an option.
I wish you all the very best and hope that all goes well for your surgery. You will get through! Sending you love and hugs xx
Kezza
I had a lumpectomy on my right breast along with lymph node removal on the 21st August. Unfortunately the pathology results weren't what I hoped and ended up having a double mastectomy on the 4th Sept. I was also large busted (18G) and was completely overwhelmed, devastated.... the list goes on.
I'm not going to say it's easy at all and the days and weeks after I was an emotional mess. But as time goes on it does get better. I've just had my second round of AC and am struggling with that more than the double mastectomy.
I have been fitted and received my prosthesis and new bras in a size D. It actually surprised me how comforting it was to have these and the difference it made in my confidence, although my scarring is still quite sore so I only wear them out for short periods of time.
Looking in the mirror has gotten easier and talking to friends and family about how I feel and getting their support has been invaluable. Knowing you are still the same beautiful person to those that you love the dearest has been the most encouraging and supporting words to keep me positive and on track.
I also have to remind myself on the tough days that if I hadn't of had this surgery then I may not be here in the years to come.... and that wasn't ever an option.
I wish you all the very best and hope that all goes well for your surgery. You will get through! Sending you love and hugs xx
Kezza