Mastectomy

I found out today that I might need a mastectomy. I've been crying all day. In the space of a few weeks it has went from removal of cancer with breast lift to now a reduction or mastectomy depending if we get clear margins or not from my first op to remove cancer. If I need a mastectomy I won't qualify for reconstruction due to my BMI which isn't massively over the requirement. I'm really struggling with it all. I feel that I'm being vain when I should be lucky that my cancer is early and treatable. 

  • Oh yes kids are so resilient. In a way I'm glad they are so young that they won't remember in a few years. Same here gentle cuddles until the forget and want to jump on you. 

    We got to do what we got to do. Definitely getting better dealing with one thing at a time. I'm usually worrying about the next stage but I'm just concentrating on recovering from this op for now.

    Hopefully you'll know more soon.

    I have a pico7 attached to each side so that's fun. Xx

  • So true!!

    I had a Pico 7 too....the vibrating is a bit random but was quite managable.

    Happy healing!

    Look after yourself and your boys. You've got this!!

    Xx

  • Hi how are you? 

    I'm starting radiotherapy end of May, 2 weeks worth and starting tamoxifen and zoladex injections for 5 years. My oncotype was inconclusive but my oncologist went over everything and thinks chemotherapy would not be needed. Xx

  • Hi!

    Nice to hear from you.

    I'm doing ok. Had second surgery a week ago so a bit sore and uncomfortable but otherwise OK. I am expecting to have radiation but will know more after my next appointment on 3rd May.

    Really glad to hear that your oncologist doesn't think you need chemo. That must be a relief.

    Hope you are good and feeling happy (as much as you can be) with your treatment plan. 

    Sending hugs xx

     

  • Hopefully you're feeling better soon and good luck for your appointment. 

    Such a relief knowing chemo isn't happening.

    I'm feeling a lot happier but struggling with my new boobs as I've went from GG to possibly a C/D but  in the grand scale of things I'll still be here. 

    Hopefully my side effects won't be to bad from the meds. Early menopause here I come! Xx

  • Hey!

    I'm doing ok! Thank you!

    I completely get what you mean about struggling with the new boobs. I lost my left nipple because the DCIS was basically in the nipple so it had to go. This is the worst bit for me. My boobs are probably a size different so the asymmetry is a bit of an issue. I don't think it's that noticeable to others but I can tell. Hopefully when I get back into normal bras will be easier to disguise!! I'm less concerned about the size change (previously an F now a C/D or D/DD I would guess).  On the plus side am a whole lot perkier than I used to be lol.

    Will really need to get measured.....that will be a trauma in itself!!!

    Oh my god if only it was a case of chop it out and be done with it! Clearly not haha!!

    I really hope you tolerate the tamoxifen well! And once again, yay for no chemo!!

    Hope you've had a good weekend! Xx

  • Hi Twinmum!

    It's been a while so just thought I would check in and see how you are doing! Hope you're well and sending lots of love. Xx

  • Hi I am so sorry  for jumping on your post but really struggling to accept this and looking for any advise. It is truly devestaring 

    I am 28 years old and been diagnosed today with ductal breast cancer after finding a lump (2cm) and calfiications showing up on my mammogram , I have been told I need to  get a mri on my breast and another bi opsy but this time on my calfiications instead of the lump. I start chemo in  3 weeks and go once every 3 weeks for 4 months. I am out myself with worry after reading lots of posts on this forum about most people just being taken in to get the lump removed or breast removed so concerned why I am being sent for chemotherapy first?

    Has anybody experienced this? 

    My doctor said she is hoping to shrink it as much as possible before the date for surgery but my mind is exploding worrying that what if it spreads and have I been given wrong advise. Should I push for surgery then chemo? 
    I have a 18 month old baby girl so need to give this all I have. The Dr said its Early breast cancer grade 2 but I have no other family or friends who has been through this giving my age. I am really reaching out for any advise or help along this long road ahead to get me through. 

    Any advise at all or to help me fight this is so much appreciated