Talk with others facing decisions about whether or not to have breast reconstruction, and if so, what type and when.
Hello. I am scheduled for total BMX in 3 weeks. I scheduled an AFC. I was always adamant about going flat. But I do have a large round bellly even though I am active (or I was prior to chemo). Now I'm terrified i won't like or accept the way I look. Plus I'll be put in menopause so it'll make it harder to lose weight. The…
I have a unique history when it comes to reconstruction. I had saline implants prior to diagnosis and my breast surgeon asked if she could re-implant them when she did my double mastectomy. I then had chemo, followed by radiation. Fast forward 5 years later, and I decided to go for reconstruction. The "old" implants would…
Hi, I am new here and was diagnosed with IDC about 3 weeks ago. I am stage 2, but my tumor is aggressive, so Surgery is scheduled for 4/22. I have a strong family history as well. As of now, they say my lymph nodes are clear and are recommending immediate reconstruction with implants ( I am not a candidate for DIEP flap).…
Hello, I am curious how many of you have had SGAP procedure and your results after at least 10 years. I am 17 years out and about 4 years ago, my left leg has gone numb somewhat and had to go to physical therapy. I am not sure if this was related to any nerve damage that may have been due to the flap taken from my butt. I…
Hi there! I had bilateral mas in 2013 with lat flap recon and silicone implants. I am not having leaking, rupture or misplacement issues. I do find them uncomfortable however and since I am at the 10 year mark and recently learned they were recalled, am considering removing them and not replacing them. I am 64 years old…
DISCLAIMER! I am not a physician or medical professional. The information provided is my own personal opinion. You must discuss every aspect of your reconstruction with your plastic surgeon. PLEASE NOTE: New information!! Allergan now has a very easy chart to follow to help you see how sizing works in relationship between…
I am strongly considering a revision surgery to go from sub-pectoral to pre-pectoral implants. While I have a good (sub-pectoral) cosmetic result if I stand up very straight and don't move, I have felt inhibited by animation deformity and ptosis for so many years (I am single). I have talked to several surgeons, and they…
BRAS.......whether you love them or hate them, they are often part of our reconstruction journeys. Whippetmom and I decided to share some information that we discovered throughout our respective journeys through breast reconstruction. There are different practice styles and philosophies among plastic surgeons (PSs), and…
Hi. I had a DMX last August. I had a revision and fat transfer at the end of this past December. Overall..I am just really happy to still be here and good with the aesthetic results. However, I have pain in my breastbone and under my implants when wearing a bra or swimsuit though. I am pretty active. I do spin classes,…
Hi, I'm wondering if anyone has changed plastic surgeons during their reconstruction after a mastectomy? Just over a week ago I had a bilateral mastectomy with tissue expanders behind the muscle and would like to change plastic surgeons. My current surgeon does not answer my questions, does not have a nurse or P.A. that I…
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