Hi TLC 2019 I’m sorry you’ve had to go through such a worrying time, having two diagnoses in a short time is a blow but it sounds like you have a very good and thorough doctor. I had 3 lumpectomies for invasive ductile carcinoma, no lymph nodes involved, as they had problems getting a clear margin I then had 25 sessions of radiotherapy and was put on an oestrogen blocker, Anastrazole, as I was ER+. About a year later I noticed some concerning problems with the nipple on that side and after a biopsy was diagnosed with Paget’s Disease, which is a fairly uncommon cancer of the nipple. I then had a mastectomy, which I agreed was the best decision, due to the previous diagnosis. I didn’t opt for reconstruction, as I had other health issues and wanted as short an op as possible. The problem now is that because I am big breasted, I have to wear a large false boob, which is not very comfortable and never seems to fit properly in any bra I buy. Also the unbalanced weight of the remaining boob causes me neck and shoulder pain and is actually affecting the muscle under it. I have therefore taken the decision to have the remaining breast removed, which my surgeon supports. This is also for risk reduction, as BC runs in the family . This week I am speaking with the clinical psychologist to discuss my decision, which is a requirement in my part of the country if a healthy breast is to be removed. I have decided to remain flat on both sides at the moment I am 67 and have no concerns over body image but I completely understand how some women may feel differently, especially if they are younger. It’s a very personal decision, which I have thought carefully about Having a mastectomy because of cancer seemed the only and best option at the time but removing a healthy breast is something else. Sending you hugs. 💕
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