I was wondering of others experiences of DIEP flap reconstruction. From my research it seems to be the most natural way to reconstruct a breast. My surgeon did not seem confident that he would be able to create symmetry using this method. When I look at google images it seems that it is very possible to achieve a really…
Hello All, I'm hoping for some advice and feedback. After being diagnosed with HER2 positive BC, I was treated at St.Vincent's public (Melbourne). I was sent to Peter Mac, genetic clinic where I was found to carry BRCA1. I was told to finish my treatment (radiation) and then to return to Peter Mac to deal with the results.…
Hello, Two years ago I was diagnosed with BC and had a lumpectomy, radiation and tamoxifen. Last week I received the news that I have 2 separate cancers in the other breast. Both Her2, one hormone receptive the other not. The surgeon recommends a double mastectomy and reconstruction. I'm finding making the decision to have…
Hi Everyone, I'm new here and it's so lovely to see the support here. I was diagnosed last month with non-invasive DCIS and now need to have a mastectomy (I have very small breasts so there's basically nothing to save). I'm 39 and have no family history, so I don't have any friends or family who have been through this. My…
Hi I had a mastectomy and immediate reconstruction on breast that was prev radiated - I was aware of risk might fail and unfortuantely that has happened. 'I am left with a mound with nipple and v confronting to look at as sort of collapsed on itself. My husband is really struggling with my appearance and cant bear to look…
Hi All, I have recently had a double, nipple sparing, mastectomy and reconstruction. However, I have to have more of the teat removed as there is still cancer in it. Therefore, the surgeon has asked if I want to remove the other teat from my non-cancer breast, so they look equal. I just don’t know what to do, should I make…
Carman's Fun Run is back in 2024! Carman’s Fun Run will be held on Sunday 18 February 2024. Held at the picturesque Elsternwick Park, Brighton (located at the doorstep of the popular Elwood shops). Runners, walkers and joggers of all abilities can lace up, run your best and have fun doing it. Half-marathon, 10K or 5K…
