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Mastectomy And Breast Reconstruction
When I opted to proceed with reconstruction after my bilateral mastectomy, I was unprepared for the number of steps to complete the lengthy process. Once my new breasts were completely healed, the plastic surgeon gave me the option of nipple reconstruction. I was pleased with the shape of the breasts and the similarity to my former self while clothed; however, I had to admit something was missing. I could only compare it to looking at a face that had no eyes. There were no defining...
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From Our Experts
Bilateral Mastectomy + Sentinel Node Removal + Reconstruction + Tummy...
Despite the tag-teaming of breast surgeons and plastic surgeons, and despite the fact that there were no surgical complications, my... Read more »
Pregnant, With Breast Cancer: From Breast Biopsy to Can I Have My...
My name is Traci Mulder, and I am 40 years old. I have been a breast cancer survivor for six years, since 9/11/2000, and this is my breast... Read more »
The Big Day: Getting Cleared For Take-Off
With Breast Cancer Comics by Dash Shaw For some reason I'd assumed that I'd be going in for surgery the night before the surgery --... Read more »
Embracing the Giant Monkey
And so you're home. It's two weeks after surgery. You've gotten through the worst of it -- the drains, the constipation, the pain... Read more »
Stuffing My Bra with My Brother's Sock: After My Mastectomy at Age 27
So it has been a few weeks since my mastectomy and I'm starting to feel a little better. I have finally accepted seeing myself... Read more »
From Our Sources
Breast Reconstruction FAQs: What Are My Choices After Mastect...
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 I’d have to... Read more »
Breast Reconstruction FAQs: Implant After Mastectomy?
Q. I’ve heard there are lots of different choices for reconstruction. Can you summarize the basics? A. Sure. They boil down to two main choices,... Read more »
Breast Reconstruction FAQs: Is There a "Best" Choice After Ma...
Q. What’s the best kind of reconstruction? A. The very best reconstruction is the one that makes you happy. And only you can decide that. Here are... Read more »
Life After Mastectomy: Adjusting to Reconstruction
As soon as my doctor recommended a bilateral mastectomy after diagnosing me with breast cancer, she quickly followed with a discussion about... Read more »
Breast Reconstruction FAQs: Opting for a Prosthesis (Breast F...
Q. I’m having a mastectomy, and although I’ve heard about reconstruction and implants, I just feel they’re not for me. I think I’d like to... Read more »
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