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tired of "something shows lets have it biopsied"

by whitewolfe on 5/7/2008 at 5:18 pmin category Survivors
ok all I have gone through this stuff twice now so I have made a decision after another scare not even a year out of treatment, I am having a bilateral complete mastectomy with reconstruction! I should have not been so stubborn and did it last year but I thought I can handle this, so what I am BRCA 1 possitive, I am tough I can handle this, but after having my mamo and them finding something and going through the biopsy and the wait and see what it is I can't take it anymore! Those hooters are history! I need the peice of mind that I won't have to go through all this "crap" (excuse the term) again. So any advise from those of you that have gone through this part would be greatly appreciated.
Love and support to all
Nancy

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HI Nancy. I had a bilateral mastectomy with tram flap reconstruction. Idon't regret the mastectomy but I do regret the tram flap. I had a lot of complications and have large scars plus still have pain 2 years out and still in therapy trying to regain my strength. I would research the type of reconstruction you are thinking of having and get some feedback from others who had that type before you do it. I understand what you mean about worrying about the lumps. However, I have to be honest and tell you that I still get lumps that need to be checked. So far they have been cysts and they tell me this is because of the fact that not all breast tissue can be removed. Sometimes there is a little left behind. It is still worth it for your peace of mind if that is what you want however. Just be aware that you can still get lumps but i say if it will bring you peace of mind, go for it.
by Lori23
on 5/9/2008 at 8:24 pm
Go for it! And don't beat yourself up for not doing it last year. That was your decision then based on what you could handle then, and that was a valid choice. I'm right there with ya...having BC is crappy, no doubt about it!!!
Hugs and prayers for you,
Judy
by A&R'sMommy
on 5/8/2008 at 7:30 am
Oh take um off u will have firm boobies !!! Havent been through that butcha know i love ya Wanda
by Wanda
on 5/7/2008 at 6:38 pm

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