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Reconstruction expansion appointments
For those who had double (or single, I guess) mastectomy with implant reconstruction: How often were your expansion appointments (where they add saline to your...
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Reconstruction DURING Lumpectomy
Does anyone have experience with reconstruction with lumpectomy, with the reconstruction being part of the lumpectomy, and do you know if they will do reconstruction...
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Unilateral autologous reconstruction experience?
I am reconsidering an autologous unilateral reconstruction - wondering abut the experience -abdominal pain? - extra recovery? - happiness w/ outcome overall..? things to consider?
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DIEP Breast Reconstruction
Hello everyone, For multiple reasons I have decided to have the DIEP procedure done on the left breast. I have researched and consulted with my...
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Breast Reconstruction & Medicare
I am 64 years old, turning 65 and going on Medicare in November. I am in the midst of reconstruction after a double mastectomy. I’m...
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Chose not to get breast reconstruction
Hi to all the women out there! I was diagnosed with breast cancer, stage 1, 11 months ago. I am 59 years old. I had...
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Reconstruction implants or diep flap
I had mastectomy on 9/27/2022 with nipple sparring and expanders. I’m currently going thru radiation and will do reconstruction after skin is healed. I don’t...
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Mastectomy and breast reconstruction pros and cons?
Being treated for breast cancer, having a mastectomy and was wondering what people did for reconstruction?
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Afraid of upcoming Bilateral Mastectomy and Reconstruction
I need support facing a bilateral mastectomy next month. I have heart disease most of my adult life & was completely shocked with this diagnosis....
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What age is too old for breast reconstruction?
I'm 78. Had lumpectomy. And now considering breast reconstruction. Any advice?
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Should the risks involved in implants be part of the equation in deciding on reconstruction or...