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| Premarin for mastectomy?? |
If the mastectomy was for cancer and the woman was pre-menopausal, usually premain is contra-indicated. Many cancers of the breast are estrogen dependent, and you will learn that there are many ty... |
| Mastectomy & chest reconsturction surgery? |
yes you can just have the masectomy but most women get the reconstruction so they look the same or better than they did before. the insurance usually always pays for this . ... |
| Mastectomy? |
I treat a lot of breast cancer patients with post-op radiation (usually 2-3 months after surgery). A lot of them come with problems raising their arms and some might even have obvious lymphedema (s... |
| After a mastectomy,I have very hard fat deposits around the reconstructed breast. It's comun; it's dangerous? |
Yes, some hardness can be expected afterward for a time in part because of the swelling. I would definitely get back in touch with the surgeon to let him know that you really are concerned about t... |
| After a mastectomy...? |
It is probably a drain, that is collecting any blood or fluids. This is quite normal postop and she will have it removed when there is little or no fluid left to collect. ... |
| Where can I purchase a mastectomy bra? |
I was 29 when I was diagnosed and I got my 1st two mastectomy bras from a local fitter. Two. Two bras to last a whole year, according to my insurance...yikes. But they were very expensive. I ended ... |
| Is mastectomy really necessary for a stage 2 breast cancer patient? Is there any other alternatives? |
The decision is your mother's but I would opt for the surgery.
She could possibly discuss the option af a lumpectomy with her oncologist, this may be a viable alternative in her case.
I ... |
| Risk of breast cancer when grandmother had mastectomy? |
It is difficult to quote exact values, as your risk of breast cancer depends on a variety of factors. Firstly, the age of onset of your grandmother. Early-onset breast cancer is more suggestive of ... |
| Preventative Mastectomy? |
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| Your thoughts on "preventative mastectomy?"? |
Personally, I think its too radical. But, I do commend women who are not so obsessed over their breasts that they will put themselves in danger just to feel "feminine". Fortunately, if ... |
| Please answer if you have had a partial mastectomy.? |
I've had partial mastectomies (also called lumpectomies) on both breasts. One was on the top from about 9 oclock to 12 oclock. I am a B cup size and there is very little difference. I had ... |
| What's it like to get a double mastectomy? |
10 years ago I had bi-lateral mastectomies. I also had reconstruction surgery at the same time. I was amazed at how little pain I had. Don't get me wrong, it is painful but in just a dull ache... |
| What to get my sister after her mastectomy? |
If you go for the manicure route, remind the person doing it to not cut your sisters cuticles. With the removal of the lymph nodes, she's at risk for lymphedema now. ;) You might think about g... |
| Has any one had a bilateral mastectomy tram flap reconstruction,what were the results? |
I looked into it, but was concerned about something about disconnect of some muscles or something...also if lose or gain weight, it doesn't lose or gain weight in proportion. Started with a pr... |
| A patient suffering from gynecomastia underwent liposuction and mastectomy recently.? |
He may be experienceing some swelling. Its takes severalweeks/months to fully heal after this procedure. He should follow up with his doctor and report his concerns. Its probably just swelling.... |
| Herceptin! Is there any other choice? like double mastectomy!? |
I'm sorry to hear about your sister's breast cancer. From what you've said, it sounds like her original tumor may have come back and has HER2/neu overexpression. I take it that it ... |
| Where to find a mastectomy bra? |
try to "google" for it, or call the cancer society or a local cancer treatment center
cancer treatment centers usually have some pretty good lists for places that have those types oof ... |
| Why Did Rene Syler, Formerly of the CBS Early Show, Chose Double Mastectomy Even Though There Was No Cancer? |
To be honest with you, I have no idea what I would do in that situation. I wouldn't know until I was faced with it. I think I'd want to avoid a mastectomy for as long as possible, let alo... |
| How long is the average hospital stay for a double mastectomy? |
I am trying to remember how long I stayed in. I think it was 2 nights, but I am not positive. I will be thinking of you and your family today, and hoping for the best. ... |
| What kind of bra should a woman wear after double mastectomy? |
This is something she should discuss with her nurse.
There are false breasts - padding which can be inserted into a bra so that she can maintain a womanly figure in public. Her nurse will advise ... |
| My mom has breast cancer and is about to get mastectomy, what's next? |
I'm sorry to hear that. My grandmother is going through the same thing as we speak. She was diagnosed with breast cancer and debated on which surgery to have...the mastectomy or the lumpectomy... |
| If a woman has breast cancer and has a mastectomy and is told she is cancer free does this affect life expecta |
The fact that it was non invasive is a good sign, because it means it was confined to the ducts. Usually, doctors will wait for a patient to be symptom free for 5 years before giving the all clear.... |
| How can i meet westlife? iv had a mastectomy & my mam died 5 year ago.its my 1 & only dream 2meet them. help.? |
hi
wish i could do it for you as you have had such tragedy in your life but i cant, you definatly deserve this wish, have you tried contacting there fan club hun. hope you get your wish. ... |
| What is a mastectomy prophelactically? |
Yes, a mastectomy is when they remove the entire breast actually. And, if the your friend is having done and there is still lumps then it's a really good idea that they are getting this done.... |
| 3 years after mastectomy +lymph glands removed am still very sensitive under arms when wearing bra, any help? |
Try a bra that does not go so high under your arm, this is probably keeping it sore, while its still mending. My neighbour got a good one from marks and spencer they werre veryn helpful and helped... |
| Following a bilateral mastectomy is there a problem using estrogen gel? |
I can't believe that you would be given estrogen cream. I'm a 14 year breast cancer survivor and was told that I will never be able to use any kind of estrogen. Including soy products. Yo... |
| Inflamation following mastectomy what is the cause and how should it be treated as anti biotics do not seem to |
yes, as a nurse I totally agree with petesdarkangel you should be asking your doctor about this- it sounds like you have some infection there but please go and see your doctor so he can decide on t... |
| After mastectomy when/how to know whether a breast cancer patient REALLY needs chemo? and/or Cobalt? |
Usually the doctors will know before hand. My mother had cancer. Not breast.. but none the less.. It was in her pancreus. The doctors told us up front, that because of the severity of the cancer... |
| Mastectomy Apparel And Cothing Retailers in Tampa Florida Area? |
Here. Best wishes neighbor. ... |
| Mastectomy question? |
some women do have reconstruction and implants done after mastectomies. ... |
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