My breast cancer has recurred after 11 years. I previously had a lumpectomy, chemo and radio. I have had chemo again now waiting for my op as it’s the same breast and already had radio have to have a mastectomy. I have been advised due to my build (Skinny) a implant is the only reconstruction option but that due to the tissue etc its likely to look different, take 8 hours of surgery and impair the muscle. All in all I felt like I was being advised not to do it as the risk of rejection/ infection was high. Has anybody out there had a similar experience? I am feeling so confused and the thought of only a prosthesis and how I will manage my self esteem and confidence which has never been good anyway all feels too much at present.
Hi Kirsten, welcome to the forum .You might get more feedback if you post this in the surgery section of the forum - I will post you the link . You are entitled to ask for a second opinion if you feel that would help with your decision ?