Hi @shannon27
Welcome to the thread. So sorry to hear of your diagnosis especially being so young. There is a group for women under 45. Link below.
- Younger Women Together: For people 45 and under. You can choose the support that suits you: online, one day or 2 day residential events. Find an event.
I was bi lateral so had two primary tumours once Grade 2 ER+ HER2+ 20mm and the other grade 1 ER+ 0.9mm. I had a bilateral lumpectomy/ wide local incision. I was told the outcome was the same with that or a double mastectomy and I would be closely monitored for 5 years. I have larger boobs so it was an easy option, I know it’s not always possible if you are on the smaller size. Had I had the genetic risk I would have then had double mastectomy but I was negative. Many ladies on here had just had the one side operated on as that’s the one with cancer.
Until you have your next scans you won’t know what the best option is for you surgically.
I noticed you have started chemo, have you joined the monthly chemo starters group, link below
I also cold capped and kept most of my hair with shedding and two small patches, but it’s not for everyone.
