Hi Hunnyb,
The decision to do reconstruction is such an individual one, depending on so many factors. I too have fibro and take Lyrica for it. It takes the edge off and allows me to enjoy a relative...

I hope it helps you to know that you are not alone, I have heard others express these thoughts. I feel cancer is big business and that much of the research appears to concentrate on treatment where mi...

Hi Piper,

I had bilateral mastectomy on March 29. There was 2 monthsbetween my diagnosis and this surgery and my level of tension mounted over time. However it gave me time to get well prepared for...

Hi Felicity,

Thanks for sharing and for your goog wishes. You are right this is such a personal decision. I'm glad it is working out well for you.
I agonized over this decision and finally dec...

thank you Franca for taking the time to reply. The information is helpful.
Songbird

Hello Franca,
In your post you mention being an OR and plastic surgery nurse so perhaps you have some insights to share regarding the length of the DIEP procedure. I am having a difficult time making...

Hello Colleen,
I am a 58 yr old BRCA1 carrier, diagnosed with IDC 2 weeks ago. The tumor is 7mm and I have been told it has probably not spread to the lymph nodes but this will not be confirmed until...