Breast cancer
I have recently been diagnosed with DCIS, I was looking at a lumpectomy and radiotherapy but now the surgeon wants to do a mascetamy. I’m
Only 35, and really don’t want to loose my breast. He’s offered immediate reconstruction but it’s taken me completely off guard. I can’t stop crying. Help! I need some understanding that I’m
Not alone in worrying about loosing my breast
Comments
Hi Rachel,
Crying at a time like this is normal for most - it’s a worrying, scary time. Of course it’s natural to worry about losing a breast - I know I did. Are you clear on the reasons the surgeon wants to do a mastectomy? Would you think about getting a second opinion? Have you questions you need to ask? It is possible that based on your particular breasts and the lumps to be removed, or where they’re located, that surgeon feels mastectomy is the best option. I would say it’s reasonable to voice your fears, get answers and see how you feel then. Nobody has surgery like this without being scared, Rachel. I had a partial mastectomy and a double lumpectomy in January and I was afraid of mastectomies - as women, we’re attached to our boobs, for good or bad! I was told that because I had big breasts, and because of the location of my tumour and DCISs, mastectomies would be more radical surgery than I needed, so I’m sure decisions one way or another are based on a variety of things.
I wish you luck, and health. Take care, Rachel.
Emma
Hi,
Thank you for your post, I can see that you are very distressed waiting to see the doctor again. Would you like to give us a call on the CancerNurseline on 1800200700 and we can talk about your worries and perhaps connect you with one of Peer Volunteers who may have had a similar experience. Hopefully we can all support you during this upsetting time.
Kind Regards
Cancer Nurse