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9 months down the line. Looking into reconstruction.

Judy-T
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hi

On my 72 birthday I was given the news that I had breast cancer.

Nine months down the line I have had a mastectomy, lymph node removal and radiotherapy ( no chemo.)

It has been a very difficult year but all I can say to others in the same situation is just take one day at a time. It is difficult to take everything onboard but if you just take one thing at a time you get through it. The treatment I have received has been excellent and I feel very lucky & positive. 

I am now thinking of reconstruction surgery. Have any of you been through it at my age ( 70's ) and would you recommend it? Would be interested in your thoughts.

thank you

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    Hi I think you are amazing for even considering it and  your positive attitude is plain to see ,I can't see any reason not to if that's what you want and you are in good health , I personally don't think I would bother although maybe I would change my mind if I had to ,I hope others come on that have had it done so they can give their experiences ,I'm sure someone will ,let us know what you decide .

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    Hi I think you are amazing for even considering it and  your positive attitude is plain to see ,I can't see any reason not to if that's what you want and you are in good health , I personally don't think I would bother although maybe I would change my mind if I had to ,I hope others come on that have had it done so they can give their experiences ,I'm sure someone will ,let us know what you decide .

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