Diep reconstruction

I am nearly 2 years post masectomy and am now on the waiting list for a Diep reconstruction on right breast.  Anyone out there who has been through this that can chat? 
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  • I'm same. Nearly two years since right breast mastectomy. On the waiting list for Diep flap, Diastasis recti fix, and umbilical hernia, all at same time. I'm guessing I'll be waiting a long time to get surgeons who can do all that at same time. 

  • Hi,

    Yes I've been waiting , the Consultant keeps deferring the next appointment. I'm hoping to have the op Jan/Feb when there is not much going on but who knows, I believe a big waiting list. What is a Diastasis fix? I was told that often you go back in for rectification so maybe they will do your op in stages? It's taken me 2 years to be able to face another surgery but masectomy is so radical and fed up with wearing prothesis. For me it's about cosmetic but scared of a big long op and more scarring. Thanks for replying.

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  • Ah yes diastasis, the Consultant did mention childbirth causing it but she hasn't mentioned a fix to me. My next appointment is in September so I'll learn more. 

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