Hi @MrsMac
I had a left mastectomy in April, after rads and chemo. Recon was delayed due to covid first wave. Followed by 12 days in hospital with a massive cellulitis infection.
Delay turns out to have been a blessing. Everything was so rushed, and to be honest, while my surgeons were great, the option of going flat wasn’t really on the table. That still annoys me.
I don’t think going flat is discussed enough.
Its been good to have time to think. I don’t mind my scar at all, and the idea of not ever having a bra again is definitely appealing! I’m 54, and while my treatment was successful ( I hope ) I don’t want to spend any more time than I have to recovering from major surgery. I just want to move forward with my life. I don’t need boobs any more to do that.
The Breconda tool on this site is helpful in decision making.
Also there are heaps of groups on Facebook and insta discussing going flat and or recon that I am finding really helpful.
Flat and fabulous and flat friends on Facebook are a good start. There are Lots of podcasts too. PM me if you would like some good things to follow on socials.
Im probably leaning 90% towards going flat at this point.
Good luck with your decision.
@ddon hope you are recovering well xx <3
Caz x
