I had a total mastectomy when I was 75 years old. The surgeon did not do a "complete" removal; I had large "flaps of skin" on both sides; had to have a plastic surgeon to remove the large "flaps". If I could have a "do over" I would have sought out a breast cancer surgeon who does do mastectomies. Because of the bad surgery for my mastectomy I had to have 2 different surgeries. Make certain you try to find specifically a mastectomy surgeon. My Best to You. Healing was not a problem. Hugs to you. bemar23

I was 68 when I had a double mastectomy in October 2020. My surgeon was great. I did not have reconstruction. I turned 69 in December of that year. I had a little trouble with one of the drains and an infection, but I healed fairly well. I only took Ibuprophen for pain. I'm fairly active. I mow the lawns, garden and build fences, etc. The scar is healing flat with no puckers and looks pretty good. I did PT to regain range of motion and I continue to massage the scar and do various exercises that I learned. I had 5 lymph nodes removed, but I didn't really experience any lymphodema. Hoping your surgery is uneventful and fairly easy. Blessings!