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Removal of 2nd breast when no recurrence
Hi
All,
First of all I want to thank you sharing your personal
experiences and information on this network. When I was first
diagnosed it really helped me to come to terms with my diagnosis and
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Thank you @Julez1958
The surgery had been on the back burner while I was going through chemo but I had always thought that I would get a double.
A week after chemo finished I went to my appointment with the surgeon and unfortunately I was in a chemo brain haze and for some reason just shut down and took in what he said without really processing it. I didn’t even bring up the double even though I have discussed this with my family, oncologist and breast care nurse previously.
I also think I was on emotional catch up as the milestone of finishing chemo had been reached but I then had to quickly move into the surgery space.
I am feeling so much more clear headed now and will be making another appointment to see him so that I can have the discussion that I should have had before.
I like your surgeon's question in regards to insurance as I am also someone who will pay the extra.