I have just had breast conserving surgery and my affected breast is now much smaller than my other breast. How long do I need to wait before having surgery on the other breast so that they more closely match
I am sorry to hear you are going through breast cancer treatment. I can appreciate this must be a difficult time for you.
Following breast-conserving surgery, if there is a notable size difference between the breasts, it is advisable to postpone any further procedures until the completion of all treatments, including chemotherapy or radiotherapy if necessary. This interval is essential for your body to recover from the initial surgery and any subsequent radiation therapy. Additionally, it provides the surgeon with the opportunity to assess the ultimate size and shape of the reconstructed breast. This evaluation process may extend over several months or potentially a couple of years.
I hope this information helps.
Please get back to us if you need any more information or support. You may find it helpful to talk things through with one of the nurses on our helpline. The number to call is Freephone 0808 800 4040 and the lines are open from 9am till 5 pm Monday to Friday.
I am sorry to hear you are going through breast cancer treatment. I can appreciate this must be a difficult time for you.
Following breast-conserving surgery, if there is a notable size difference between the breasts, it is advisable to postpone any further procedures until the completion of all treatments, including chemotherapy or radiotherapy if necessary. This interval is essential for your body to recover from the initial surgery and any subsequent radiation therapy. Additionally, it provides the surgeon with the opportunity to assess the ultimate size and shape of the reconstructed breast. This evaluation process may extend over several months or potentially a couple of years.
I hope this information helps.
Please get back to us if you need any more information or support. You may find it helpful to talk things through with one of the nurses on our helpline. The number to call is Freephone 0808 800 4040 and the lines are open from 9am till 5 pm Monday to Friday.
