Hi Gertygeegee,

Sorry to find you on here and that you've had a diagnosis of DCIS.  Its such a difficult decision and you will be guided through it all with your surgeon.  I think it's important to go with your gut instinct too.  When I was diagnosed 18 months ago with DCIS and a 10mm invasive ductal my surgeon initially wanted to do a lumpectomy.  I kind of instinctively felt that I wanted to have a mastectomy, I just wanted everything gone and she did agree as I had the 2 areas of concern in a small boob. I've never regretted it and I had excellent margins and didn't have to have any further surgery, or radiotherapy.  Also my post op histology showed that there were some other areas of concern and LCIS so I know it was the right decision.  Sometimes things don't show up on biopsy and scans and are found after surgery.  No-one wants any nasty surprises.

After talking with your surgeon you will know what is right for you.  Good luck with everything, you will be fine.

Mary

Hello Cookie

So sorry to hear you've had this experience as it must have been difficult to go through more than one pertaining. I hope things are much better for you know. It's really kind to share your experience as it's very helpful to remember the surgeon is best placed to advise - and I need to stop trying to double guess before I see her!

x

Hello Cookie

So sorry to hear you've had this experience as it must have been difficult to go through more than one pertaining. I hope things are much better for you know. It's really kind to share your experience as it's very helpful to remember the surgeon is best placed to advise - and I need to stop trying to double guess before I see her!

x

Gerty I hope all went ok for you.