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Breast surgery - unsure what to do

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I have early breast cancer and pre cancerous cells which will be getting removed. The doctor asked me to think about having a breast reduction as I have large breasts for my frame. I don't know what to do for the better. Remove the area of cancer and have uneven breasts or opt for the reduction. I've always had large breasts and I'm worried that because I've put weight on lately I'll look terrible with a reduction- vain I know, sorry. I know it should be about getting this out my body no matter what. Anyone been through similar have any advice. 

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    Hello.

    I had a breast Cancer almost 5 years ago.
     

    I made the choice to have a masectomy with an implant. The breasts don't look the same but I like both of them equally and I embrace this new body. It is not always easy, especially on the beach or at the pool but I feel it was the right  medical choice. It wasnt about keeping the same body image. It wasnt about beauty. It was about getting well. I knew it would be different. Do what you feel is best for you. And never feel judge and less worthly!  

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    Hello.

    I had a breast Cancer almost 5 years ago.
     

    I made the choice to have a masectomy with an implant. The breasts don't look the same but I like both of them equally and I embrace this new body. It is not always easy, especially on the beach or at the pool but I feel it was the right  medical choice. It wasnt about keeping the same body image. It wasnt about beauty. It was about getting well. I knew it would be different. Do what you feel is best for you. And never feel judge and less worthly!  

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