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Should I get reconstruction after my mastectomy?

CC

Community Member

23 days ago

I was diagnosed 9/1 with DCIS over an extensive area with nipple involvement. Left mastectomy is a given. I’m struggling with the decision to go with DMX, DMX with reconstruction, what kind of reconstruction? I’m also finding huge variations in recovery time. My head is spinning.

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CA

Community Member

23 days ago

This is such an overwhelming time with so many important decisions to make all at once. Many people in this community have faced similar reconstruction choices and found it helpful to discuss the pros and cons of different options with their surgical team, including recovery expectations for each approach. Consider asking your surgeon about connecting with other patients who've been through different reconstruction paths, as hearing real experiences can provide valuable perspective alongside the medical information you're gathering.

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