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Welcome, @poutypoet. There are several discussions about the DIEP flap surgery that I think you will...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1437020/

Discussion: Double Mastectomy-Considering DIEP flap~Timing and Recovery Questions

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 12, 2025

@mari, here are some discussions that may interest you to join if you're not already: -...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/811034/

Discussion: Sparing mastectomy/Diep - What was your recommended follow-up?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 13, 2023

I’m post DIEP. A small doses of ibuprofen seems to calm down the itching for me.

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1527028/

Discussion: Itching post mastectomy

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: 6 days ago

@maureenmckean, I have not had DIEP but it has been discussed on this group in few...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1177341/

Discussion: Please share your experience with the Diep Flap Procedure

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 21, 2024

How has your experience with DIEP flap? And would you do it again? I'm considering DIEP...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1380993/

Discussion: Double mastectomy: Anyone have major side effects and/or regrets?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Aug 28, 2025

DIEP

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/594441/

Discussion: Please share your experience with the Diep Flap Procedure

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 14, 2021

@catann, you may also want to read the experiences of @jenni17 @vivlaj @meliss @tana @sandyjr @dianamiracle...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/336519/

Discussion: Please share your experience with the Diep Flap Procedure

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 6, 2021

Planning DMX and DIEP

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/826497/

Discussion: Please share your experience with the Diep Flap Procedure

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 15, 2023

Who did your diep?

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/731871/

Discussion: Mastectomy and breast reconstruction pros and cons?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 29, 2022

Are you a candidate for DIEP flap?

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/805852/

Discussion: Total skin sparing double mastectomy -> Expanders -> Implants?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 3, 2023

I had a DIEP flap procedure about 3 years ago. Unlike an implant, the DIEP is...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/994911/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 10, 2024

I had a Diep Flap procedure after a double mastectomy. I'm having an awful time with...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1523279/

Discussion: Fat Necrosis

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 9 12:49pm

@kedisaacs, in addition to the replies you get in the discussion you started, you might also...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1286380/

Discussion: Are there any medical advantages to going flat over doing DIEP flap?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 20, 2025

I also had diep flap bilaterally.

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1154044/

Discussion: Reconstruction after radiation Implants vs fat grafting?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 8, 2024

Did Medicare pay for DIEP Flap? I was told by surgeon that they do not.

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/762515/

Discussion: Sparing mastectomy/Diep - What was your recommended follow-up?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 18, 2022

Go up in the search area and put Diep Flap Mayo.

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1197151/

Discussion: DIEP Breast Reconstruction: What was your recovery like?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Dec 25, 2024

I just had diep reconstruction a month ago. I had cancer in both breasts 11 years...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/219974/

Discussion: Aromatase Inhibitors: Did you decide to go on them or not?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Aug 18, 2020

I will have mine here in Austin https://www.drpotter.com/diep-flap-reconstruction/

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1095054/

Discussion: Where to go for DIEP reconstructive breast surgery?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 27, 2024

had diep flap, only my fat put into breast. NO IMPLANT FOR ME!

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/777244/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 25, 2022

Where did you have the DIEP flap reconstruction surgery done?

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1089969/

Discussion: Trying to decide on reconstruction: Would you recommend it?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 19, 2024

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