Sometimes having many options makes decision making more difficult rather than easier. And deciding whether or not to undergo a mastectomy only on the affected breast, as opposed to both breasts, can be as vexing
The timing of your breast reconstruction procedure may seem like a minor detail when compared to life-saving treatment options. However, whether you have immediate or delayed reconstruction could have a long-term impact on your peace
They may all work in the same specialty, but plastic surgeons are not the same. Some surgeons focus only on breast augmentation and cosmetic procedures. Others may primarily handle certain autologous breast reconstruction procedures, like
Do you know what to expect after breast reconstruction? You might have very specific expectations. You know exactly what results you want. Perhaps the opposite is true. You may be afraid to even imagine the
Sometimes breast reconstruction doesn't go as planned. Unfortunately, that was Denise's painful experience. She had saline tissue expanders placed at her mastectomy, and everything went wrong. Skin necrosis. Extra surgery. Incisions that reopened. Ultimately, her
It’s likely that you’ve already heard about breast reconstruction. Our blog does discuss it quite a bit, after all. You may have even talked to your cancer team about it. But what if they say "no
There’s no denying that getting a mastectomy is a scary experience. Not only are you in the middle of your breast cancer journey, mastectomy results in a significant physical change. You may feel like a part
Today we welcome Janet Gerlach. She opted for a preventative mastectomy, and shares her positive experience with life after breast reconstruction. I have no regrets about my decision to have a preventative double mastectomy with
Large, noticeable scars are a common concern if you’re undergoing a mastectomy. Breast surgery scars often serve as a reminder of what you’ve been through. Or they may prevent you from completely feeling like your
Here at I’m Taking Charge, we love to share news about organizations and products that can benefit you during your breast cancer journey. The AeroForm® Tissue Expander System just became available in the United States.
