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Hi everyone. I had breast cancer 9 years ago and had a mastectomy with immediate reconstruction with an implant but following radiation my implant was mis-shapen so I dedided to have it removed and my breast built up over the years with fat grafting. In October 2017 I completed my last fat graft and my boobs are amazing. I had my nipple reconstructed at the same time. I had a aerola tattoo done last year with semi-permanent medical grade tattoo. Since then my reconstructed breast has dropped down and the nipple is not in line with my real nipple on my right breast. I have since purchased a custom made nipple for my reconstructed breast from pink perfect prosthetic nipple, absolutely amazing product. My question is: how long does the medical grade tattoo last, as I want to get rid of the tattoo but don't like the idea of laser and was hoping maybe it goes completely from the skin in a couple of years. Anyone have experience of this?

Hi, I have been off cigarettes for months in the wait for breast reconstruction but recently split with my partner and caved a bit last week. I just got a date, very soon and I'm terrified they will test me prior to surgery and not proceed. Do you get checked for smoking prior to surgery. I am back off them again.

Hi folks I have recently been diagnosed with stage 2 TNBC. I have had a mastectomy and am due to start chemo in early January. I’m absolutely terrified as when I google TNBC it’s so negative. I don’t know anyone who has had TNBC so any help or advice would be really appreciated

I am 58yrs and have been diagnosed with early stage breast cancer, I underwent surgery twice. have been prescribed Tamoxofin and was I am worried about the side effects of this drug, I am a wheelchair user and my mobility is not great and the risk of blood clots from tamoxofin worries my especially. any feedback welcome.

Hi all. I am wondering has anyone experienced capsular contracture. I am 10 months post bilateral masectomy with immediate silicone implant reconstruction and am now experiencing pain , swelling, rising of the breast and orange peel appearance on my skin. It has only happened on one breast (the one i had the cancer in) . The other is perfectly fine no issues. My oncologist does not think it is related to my radiotherapy as i finished this in August with no problems. It has only become an issue in the last week or so. I have an appointment to see my surgeon in the next few days but my doctor thinks this could be one of the reasons i am having these symptoms so long after and i was wondering has anyone been treated for this or had to have their implant removed or replaced because of this or what treatment they received. Thanks in advance ☺.

Hi all. Has anyone experienced peau d'orange on their breast with implant reconstruction. Have an appointment tommorow to have it checked. I am nearly a year post surgery.Thought it might be capsular contracture which i can deal with but am freaking out now because did the worst thing and googled it and its all about inflammatory breast cancer which has just added to my stress level. If anyone has experienced this symptom and can tell me their experience i would appreciate the insight. Thanks

Hi all I'm trying to be very positive about my breast cancer diagnosis but I'm so scared I've been dianogsed with stage 2 breast cancer in waiting in ct and her I which is making me think it's spread I keep getting pains in my side and back and convince myself it's everywhere please tell me it gets easier all this waiting for tests I need to know What I'm feeling with I'm at my wits end can't sleep or eat now I feel wrecked even before treatment

Probably one of the most googled questions for someone on chemo, what will happen to my hair. Well I just finished 12 sessions of weekly Taxol and my hair has thinned significantly. It started around start of week 6 and continued for couple weeks. It has slow down now as very little hair left. I would guess I have lost 70% volume but still have coverage with what I have. So I started wearing a wide hair band to camoflage it somewhat....

I'm wondering if I can get some advice from personal experiences about family planning post-breast cancer. I've been on Tamoxifen for the last 3 years (since Aug 2015) and am recommended to remain on this for 2 further years to complete the standard 5-year treatment. My husband and I are eager to start a family but, as a result of my ongoing treatment, this is on hold for now. I've heard some ladies may have shortened their treatment to start their families and I'm curious to hear what influenced or supported their decision in doing this? I've sought advice from my consultant, who is supportive in every way; however I'd like to hear from ladies who've been through this tough decision making process. I realise everyone's situation is very different but any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!

I was diagnosed with Mets Breast cancer in Jan 2018. Commenced Faslodex in February with good results. I have been offered Palbociclib in combination to the Faslodex. I’ve been reading about the side effects which are frightening. Any advice or information would be really appreciated