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Hi Sandyjr, I had (multifocal) DCIS stage 0 with a mastectomy and DIEP reconstruction in 2019....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/321991/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Sep 14, 2020

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Go to the FDA website and familiarize yourself with the risks of implants. Also research the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/959261/

Discussion: Mastectomy and breast reconstruction pros and cons?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 5, 2023

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@tperez, I believe @sandyjr looked into insurance coverage for laser hair removal after diep flap. She...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1057825/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 26, 2024

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Why pain? Don't understand all pain? I've had Diep flap . a few reconstructions, pain taken...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/734744/

Discussion: Mastectomy and breast reconstruction pros and cons?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Aug 6, 2022

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I had diep flap, my own fat made into breast. So glad that I don't have...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/781089/

Discussion: Anyone decide not to do reconstruction after getting the expander in?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Dec 5, 2022

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Just to clarify did you have DIEP flap? Terminology is new to me, sorry if stupid...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/800874/

Discussion: What precautions should I take after Skin sparing Mastectomy?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 24, 2023

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Hi everyone, I had my DIEP flap surgery at Mayo Clinic this past July, and I’m...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1366731/

Discussion: Diep Flap Surgery: What should I know about recovery?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Aug 8 10:51pm

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Thank you for sharing your experience. You have been managing multiple health issues, I can't imagine...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1021370/

Discussion: Breast implant vs. DIEP Procedure

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 23, 2024

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@kkasey You may want to see a vascular specialist to see if you are dealing with...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1306175/

Discussion: Extended abdomen after a DIEP

Support Group: Women's Health

Posted: May 17 11:42am

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Mayo doesn't offer the textured implants anymore. I received Mentor silicone in May 2022 during my...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/952048/

Discussion: Which Breast Implants?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 22, 2023

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