Sorry to hear of your diagnosis.
I was diagnosed with invasive IDC in my left breast after a previous diagnosis of LCIS (with calcifications in both breasts). My tumour was located close to my left nipple.
I went through the private system with an oncoplastic surgeon and chose bilateral skin-sparing mastectomy, direct to implants. Surgery was all in one go.
I would have preferred DIEP flap, but didn’t have enough flesh. My original breasts were small and are now slightly larger (with the minimum implant size😂). I don’t have to wear a bra unless exercising.
My surgeon recommended losing the left nipple (due to the tumour proximity) and I requested removal of the right also for peace of mind and symmetry. It was quite shocking at first, but now I don’t really notice not having nipples anymore (1 year, 3 months post surgery). You can get very realistic 3D nipple tattoos (I haven’t yet, as I think it will hurt and I’m a bit of a wimp!).
I am happy with my implants and have quite a lot of sensation. I will probably consider going flat when they need changing out in approx 10 years (I was 47 years old at diagnosis) - see how I feel at that point.
Shout out if you have any queries.
