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I chose to go "flat" and have both breasts removed, but I blead to much and my cancer obliterated my left breast. She took four hours on just my left breast. Of course I was asleep but my family was very worried because it was taking so long. The surgery was my greatest fear besides death in this whole thing. I worries myself sick for months over it. Thank God it's over now, but I didn't get to be even and have both removed. There is no cancer currently in my remaining right breast. I was so mad at first I wanted them both gone so I wouldn't have to worry. If I have the right one removed I'll have to have another surgery. Being two weeks out from the last surgery I don't think I'll have another one. Did this happen to anyone?? Have you had surgery yet, and what's your plans for it??
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We're so sorry for the complications you'd experienced with your mastectomy surgery, and for the disappointment of not having had the outcome that you'd originally planned and hoped for. However, we're glad that you've found us, and hope that as you hear more from others' experiences here, it will help you choose and plan your next steps.
The following article on breast reconstruction surgery and whether or not it may be right for you might help with your future decision-making, as well as this discussion thread weighing considerations between lumpectomy w/ radiation vs. single mastectomy vs. double mastectomy.
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I'm sorry your surgery wasn't as smooth as everyone hoped, and I'm glad we still have you. I hope you eventually get the smooth chest you want.
I chose to keep my unaffected breast, and have been happy with my results. Us single-breasted ladies call ourselves "unicorns", and we are very welcome in the flattie communities. There is a unique beauty to having an asymmetric body. If you decide to not bother with a second surgery, you will still be part of a vibrant and warm group of ladies.
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