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Hi. Thank you for replying so quickly. I had breast cancer, (Triple Negative) 20 years ago....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/778658/

Discussion: Mastectomies are not an option for those over 65???!!!

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 29, 2022

It’s amazing. I had a lumpectomy and reconstruction (like a breast lift) then they matched my...

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Discussion: Lumpectomy outpatient

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 30, 2025

I was finally able to have my reconstruction a week ago. Took over two years due...

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Discussion: Radiated breast remains smaller and harder post reconstruction

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 14, 2024

Hello ladies I got reconstruction but many of my friends chose to stay flat . There...

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Discussion: Chose not to get breast reconstruction

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 11, 2016

Is it strange that I feel like the double mastectomies, reconstruction and radiation were “easier” than...

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Discussion: Emotional aftermath following breast cancer treatment

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 21, 2024

Hello there- I had a double mastectomy at Mayo Clinic Phoenix on June 20, so just...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/925157/

Discussion: Nipple Sparing Mastectomy

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Sep 6, 2023

I found the recurrence myself. My chest is pretty bony since no reconstruction. I felt a...

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Discussion: To boost or not to boost

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 2, 2023

I’m sorry and I’m sorry you are going through this. The fact is that first of...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1296143/

Discussion: Need Help on Bilateral Mastectomy or Lumpectomy

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 4, 2025

Hi Kelly - I also had DCIS with nipple sparing bilateral mastectomy with direct reconstruction +...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1145164/

Discussion: Bilateral Mastectomy with nipple & nerve sparing

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Sep 21, 2024

I had a skin sparing masectomy, and have a bulge in my underarm area. It is...

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Discussion: Bulge under arm after skin sparing mastectomy

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 17, 2023

I am having the same issues as nlb122 at Mayo in Phoenix.. I am having to...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/795073/

Discussion: HER2- and ER/PR+

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 10, 2023

Mastectomy recovery was good and bad. Incisions healed well. I had drains in for 3 weeks...

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Discussion: Anyone had a prophylactic mastectomy for ADH diagnosis?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 16, 2023

I’m sorry your daughter is going through this. I had surgery 3 weeks ago for stage...

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Discussion: Direct to Implant and Reconstruction Same Day

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 6, 2023

@zeerj, here are some related discussions that may interest you: - Please share your experiences with...

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Discussion: Reconstruction implants or DIEP flap: How did you choose?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 25, 2022

@katgob I ended up not caring for the first assigned plastic surgeon and was able to...

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Discussion: Please share your experience with the Diep Flap Procedure

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 13 2:04pm

If your implants are silicone, surveillance is recommended to be sure they are functioning properly. Since...

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Discussion: Medicare Coverage for Exams following Mastectomy

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 6 5:35pm

@texasduchess hope you are doing well. Thanks for sharing your experience. I am wondering if you...

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Discussion: Do expanders feel more comfortable as they are filled each week?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 5, 2025

I am originally from Long Island. I used a highly recommended surgeon for six surgeries and...

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Discussion: Reconstruction: Looking for recommendations for a surgeon at Mayo

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 24, 2024

I had something similar. Diagnosed 2-13-23 . Surgery was 4-4-23. MRI showed DCIS smaller than what...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1085379/

Discussion: Looking for DCIS Surgeon and Reconstructive Surgeon Recommendations

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 12, 2024

I was really surprised at his well I did psychologically after the surgery. My breast (only...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/911521/

Discussion: Can someone who’s had a mastectomy share the psychological effects ?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Aug 11, 2023