Managing hot flushes & mastectomy?
Hi there! I’m 43 and just had my last round of chemo for her2+ breast cancer. I’ll be having surgery in 2.5 weeks, likely a double mastectomy. I’m Australian but I live in Paris, so it’s winter here ...
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While I haven't been through what you are going through BCinParis I had a lumpectomy a few months ago during a cold snap. I layered long sleeve button-up flannelette shirts with zip-up fleeces and jackets to be able to take items off without too much stretching or wrangling. Zips in particular were quicker and easier to handle.
I cannot add anything really buit the hot flushes are awful. I am in Melbourne where the weather is very changeable and I wear layers too. I wear a soft merino or cotton long sleeve t shirt underneath (unless it is hot.
I wear light jackets layered that have buttons down. the front and take things on and off.
Wishing you all the best.
Hi BCinParis
We are glad you have found this community and as you can see from the supportive comments above, everyone is very responsive in providing care and advice.
In addition to the great recommendations above, we also wanted to share one of our popular webcasts Ask the Expert: Menopause – It's more than a hot flush!
Please feel free to reach out to BCNA's Helpline 1800 500 258 if we can support you further.
