What makes you have a reconstruction?
I had a mastectomy done and didn't choose implant or reconstruction as I had wanted to get into surgery quickly before Xmas. I didn't want to see a plastic surgeon as it was so close to Xmas and was f...
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We all have our own stories as to why we do or don't reconstruct. I had a mastectomy 7 years ago as a result of a recurrence. So my first bc was 14 years ago and I had a lumpectomy,full node clearance and radiation.I was in shock when it came back in the same spot.All I could think of was quick get rid of it. I wasn't offered recon in anycase. Honestly,I was just grateful it hadn't spread and I was alive.I became abit paranoid that cancer could return again in my scar line so have watched it like a hawk for years. I felt that a reconstruction might mask another cancer.So that's my reason for not having recon. However,I don't like living with 1 boob- I tolerate it.I have a lot of chest discomfort,feel disfigured and am very inhibited ie never do naked
I've adjusted and if I have to live with it,I can.But I am thinking about recon. I could only have DIEP recon and that is HUGE surgery and something I need to give a lot of thought to. I am in awe of women who go through such surgery. It's a brave decision either way cos it's not easy living lopsided.It's great to have this network to support each other and read about other's viewpoints.Hugs to all you lovelies who give your time so generously to this network. xxx
I've adjusted and if I have to live with it,I can.But I am thinking about recon. I could only have DIEP recon and that is HUGE surgery and something I need to give a lot of thought to. I am in awe of women who go through such surgery. It's a brave decision either way cos it's not easy living lopsided.It's great to have this network to support each other and read about other's viewpoints.Hugs to all you lovelies who give your time so generously to this network. xxx