Profilatic mascetomy
Just wondering how many ladies have opted to have a double mastectomy with cancer only in one breast to try and eliminate the possibility of it coming back. Also was your choice based on a genetic fac...
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Hi Kel,
I was diagnosed in Dec 2011 with a lump in my right breast. I chose without hesitation to have a double masectomy and immediate reconstruction with tissue expanders. I underwent 6 cycles of TAC and last week I had the tissue expanders removed and replaced with silicon implants as well as a nipple reconstruction. I also had a prophylactic oophorectomy at the same time. I am feeling really good and have had no pain at all since this second surgery. When everything has healed my plastic surgeon will send me off to have the areolas tattooed. I am very happy with my new breasts and know that it was the right decision for me. I have a 6 year old son and needed to give myself the best possible chance. I am still waiting to have the genetic testing but have a strong family history. I hope this helps. :)