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Reconstruction
I had a look at this link from the Can at 40 fb site https://blog.thebreastcancersite.greatergood.com/mirelys-scars/?fbclid=IwAR2Zx8FzD_MsNNiwxIHMbSSqDaWk1_W1LWWa1cZNez_7H7qjkGUq_4571XE and something struck me. As some of you know, I'm still undecided about reconstruction and I do believe that it's a very personal choice.…
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Confused about Reconstruction options
Hi I was diagnosed yesterday with high grade DCI. Until I have surgery they won’t know if it’s invasive or not (think that’s the right terminology?). It’s currently 2cm big but again they don’t know the full extent til they get in there. I have a family history that makes me high risk. I am seeing a surgeon for a consult…
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Staying Positive - new diagnosis
Hello All, A little over 3 weeks ago I saw a dimple on my breast that was only obvious when I raised my arm over my head. Since then I’ve had mammograms, ultrasound, biopsy, radioactive tracer injected and as of yesterday, a wide excision tumour and node removal. My breast, urine and poop are all bright blue 😆 Now the…
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Bra and prosthesis fitter
Just to let Vic ladies know that I had a great experience with a bra and prosthesis fitter in Melbourne. I had meet her previously at a Think Pink Centre Day of Indulgence ( book yourself in if you haven't already !) and asked her if she could come (across town) to fit my elderly mum.......... which she did without…
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Reconstruction website
Hi all Just wanted to update you on the committee im working on to create a website solely for reconstruction surgery You will be happy to know all of the suggestions you all sent through are being included in the website. There was a question about what language should be used throughout the website for eg personal using…
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Nipple Reconstruction
Hi Everyone, I had a bilateral diep reconstruction earlier this year, and I am now preparing for the nipple reconstruction. I was wondering if anyone could help with suggestions for which nipple shields that I should buy. Thank you. Jemima
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Daffodil Cottage & Bathurst Bosom Buddies with Reclaim your Curves 18th October 7pm BATHURST
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Reconstruction Latdorsi
Hi all, Im booked in to have the latdorsi reconstruction after a total mastectomy 16 months ago. Surgeon says I don't need an implant or expander as I have enough tissue to make a breast. Has anyone else had this procedure?
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Reconstruction Anxiety
Hi Im booked in for a latdorsi reconstruction next week, Im starting to have doubts and anxiety about the procedure. My mastectomy was 17 months ago. Im scared I've rushed into it. I thought I was fine when I booked the surgery but now as it approaches Im freaking out about what could go wrong and whether I will like the…
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Reclaim Your Curves - Central Coast Support Lunch 11 November 2018
Our final lunch for 2018 is based around the topic of "Well-being after breast cancer surgery" and we have some fabulous guest speakers including: Kate from Lymphatic Solutions - she is passionate about recovery after breast cancer Merryn from Soul Safaris - focusing on mindfulness and meditation to help emotional recovery…