💗 April 2026 Surgery Roll Call — Step In, Speak Up, We’re With You 💗
Is surgery on your calendar this April—lumpectomy or mastectomy? This is your space. And we truly mean your space. 💗
Consider this your official roll call—but more than that, it’s your invitation to be seen, supported, and surrounded by people who understand.
No matter where you are emotionally—calm, scared, overwhelmed, hopeful, or all of the above—you belong here.
✨ Start by saying hello.
Drop a comment. Introduce yourself. Tell us your surgery date. Even a simple “Hi, I’m here” matters more than you think. It’s the first step in building connection—and we want to meet you.
This thread comes alive with you in it. The more voices, the more strength, comfort, and real understanding we can offer each other.
💬 This is where the real conversations happen:
• The late-night worries that won’t quiet down
• The “what should I pack?” questions
• The unexpected moments no one prepares you for
• The small wins that feel like mountains
Every post helps someone else feel less alone.
💞 Already had surgery? We need you here, too.
Your experience is powerful. The little tips, the honest truths, what helped physically and emotionally—these are the things someone else is searching for right now. You might be exactly what they need today.
✨ Ways to jump in:
• Share your surgery date so we can support and cheer you on
• Mention your procedure (only what you’re comfortable sharing)
• Come back after surgery and update us—your story could become someone else’s strength
📌 As you prepare, check out:
• Our Shopping / Packing / To-Do List for Surgery & Recovery
• The Surgery section of our site for guidance on what to expect, how to prepare, and how to make informed decisions
🤝 Want deeper connection? Our Virtual Support Groups are here for you—before, during, and after treatment.
💗 Most important of all: don’t stay quiet.
You don’t have to have the right words. You don’t have to share everything. Just showing up is enough.
We’re here with you—before surgery, on the day itself, and through every step of recovery.
You are not doing this alone. 💞
—The Mods
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Hi Just joined. Having mastectomy 4/7 Where can I find info about what to expect? Where do I find past discussions on this topic? Thanks
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Hi @sue4gs, and welcome! We're so sorry for the reasons that bring you here, but we're really glad you've found us. You're sure to find our community a wonderful source of advice, information, encouragement, and support — we're all here for you!
While you wait for the every-helpful responses from our members, here's some information to help you prepare for surgery:
- Mastectomy Surgery and Recovery: What to Expect
- Before Mastectomy: 10 Tips to Get Ready for Your Hospital Stay and Recovery
- Shopping / Packing / To-Do List for Surgery & Recovery
In addition, here are our March and February and January surgery threads for you to look through.
Let us know what other questions you may have and how else we can support you!
—The Mods
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I’m having a DMX on 4/17 (potentially). Had my second biopsy yesterday, was diagnosed with triple negative IDC on 3/31. I have no history of breast cancer (or any other type of cancer in my family). I originally found a lump (that turned out to be nothing) on 2/15. It’s all going to fast, since my diagnostic mammogram on 2/17, but really, I’m outside of the 6 week window. I’ve had no treatment yet, and testing has only consisted of two biopsies.
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We're in your pocket also for surgery on 4/7 @napakimberly! Do you have any questions or things you want to know as you prep for your double mastectomy?
We're here for you!
—The Mods
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Hi Blessed here ! Having a double mastectomy 15 2026 , 10 days from now ! I have a rare cancer called
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Deciding on double mastectomy because of BRCA. Already finished chemo. Had a lumpectomy. This would be prophylactic. Any opinions? Also, because of nipple placement, I'm thinking of a lift before mastectomy. ???
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Hi there! Brand new diagnosis of triple positive, found on my annual mammogram (and I've had three friends whom I shared my diagnosis with say "Oh! I need to schedule that!" so keep on preaching, everyone!) I had my lumpectomy on April 13 and so far, so good. I also had a port placement and sentinel node biopsy at the same time, and the port site is the one of the three that is the sorest. I don't even feel the lumpectomy incision. The lymph node site was bothering me but once I took my shower yesterday morning (and boy, did THAT feel good!) I saw where the breast compression corset they had put me in was rubbing and chafing my skin. Once I put on my soft compression bra, that went away.
I drank a LOT of water these last few days to flush all those chemicals out of my body and I am happy to say the blue dye in my pee was gone by Tuesday night! I've also been very lucky with pain — down to three Tylenol a day and just keeping to that regimen to keep anything from bubbling up. I have my post-op visit next Thursday and my visit with the oncologist on April 28. I know I'm looking at chemo and Herceptin for the next year, and probably radiation, too, but I count myself as very lucky. I live in a town with a world class cancer center and I am relying on their experience and expertise. I have a plan in place and if that doesn't work, we'll come up with another plan!
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Checking in on all the April gals 💗
@blessed2spin - We hope your DMX went smoothly, and that you're now in recovery!
@deenao - thanks for sharing your very recent LX experience, we're glad to hear you're managing quite well post-op!
@laracody - have you consulted with a reconstructive surgeon re: nipple placement concerns? If you're getting reconstruction after your DMX, then the lift may not be necessary. Typically a lift is done on the remaining non-cancerous breast to try to attain symmetry with the reconstructed, mastectomy breast, but if you're getting a bilateral, this may not be needed.
Sending gentle hugs to all of you!
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