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    posted 11/22/2009, comments (0)

    Fast FAQS: Breast Reconstruction – Implants

    Q. I’m having a mastectomy, and after hearing about the various choices I have for reconstruction, I’ve decided to have an implant. Now I have to make the decision whether to have the implant done right away, or wait till later. Help, I’m stuck!A. One-stage (immediate) reconstruction with an implant is done at the same time you... Read moreChevron
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    Fast FAQS: Breast Reconstruction – What Are My Choices?

    You’re having a mastectomy, and you’ve decided on reconstruction – but what kind? This information on implant vs. body tissue reconstruction should help you make up your mind. Q. I’m having a mastectomy, and I don’t really want to just leave it at that. But I also don’t want to fuss around with something... Read moreChevron
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    posted 08/22/2009, comments (7)

    After Your Mastectomy: Body Tissue (Autologous) Reconstruction

    Q. I’ve decided to have breast reconstruction after my mastectomy, and I’d like to do one of those reconstructions where they use your own body tissue, rather than have an implant. Since the surgeon will be using my body tissue, will my new breast be just like my original one?A. Autologous (or body tissue) reconstruction uses your own... Read moreChevron
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    Redoing Reconstruction

    Breast reconstruction surgery offers women the option to replace a breast that has been lost due to cancer.  But reconstruction techniques, like most medical procedures, have improved through out the years for those who, like me, must have their old reconstruction redone for some reason or another.   A reconstruction redo can be needed... Read moreChevron
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    FAQs: Having a Mastectomy

    Q. I just found out I have to have a mastectomy. It sounds awful; I’m scared. Help!A. Being told you need a mastectomy is shocking, because all you can think is, “They’re going to cut off my breast!” Yes, it sounds brutal; but if you’re worried about your physical appearance, you can choose to have reconstructive... Read moreChevron
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