Symmetry surgery/reduction & lift

Going through breast cancer treatment Surgery
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I had a left side mastectomy with DIEP reconstruction Sept 23. I’m booked to have right side reduction/lift end of March. I’m 59 years old & also had a left side lumpectomy in 2008.

Could anyone who’s had the symmetry surgery share their recovery timeline. How long after surgery could you shower, wash hair, go for walks, exercise (I do Pilates twice a week), drive. It’s been suggested I’ll need 1 - 2 weeks off work. But other places suggest recovery is longer. I work from home 21 hrs a week in recruitment.

When could you drive? Travel.

Did you have much swelling of stomach/boob operated on?

Any helpful tips.

I have my pre assessment appointment in 2 weeks but usually find ladies on here who’ve had similar surgery are better to advise.

Thanks

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HI @looby1, you’ll likely have had your pre-assessment appointment since you posted your note. Were you given helpful advice?

Our team of breast care nurses are here if you need to talk things through - either on freephone 0808 800 6000 (Mon-Fri 9am-4pm; Sat 9am-1pm), or even right here on the forum by posting in this board.

Sending our warmest wishes
Bernard

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I did have my pre-op assessment & some of my questions were answered. I can (& will) email the breast care nurses at my hospital prior to my surgery