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What Do I Need to Consider when Having the Areola Tattooed?
After skin sparing mastectomy with nipple reconstruction and tram flap procedure, my entire areolar complex was sacrificed. The original tatoo from...
3 doctor answers
Possible to Do Single-stage Breast Reconstruction Years After Mastectomy?
I had a bil mastectomy in 2007, I was only a AA cup. I do not want more than that as I was comfortable. I am a small woman, 118 pounds. Would it be...
9 doctor answers
Can DIEP Reconstuction Be Done with a BMI of 22? (photo)
I am BRCA + and am scheduled for prophylatic mastectomy with implant reconstruction in November. Recently, my sister consulted with a PS who does DIEP...
5 doctor answers
Implant vs Flap Breast Reconstruction. Having a Hard Time Deciding; Any Advice?
I am having a bi-lateral mastectomy soon and researching reconstruction. I've seen 2 doctors: one who performs direct 1-step implants w/alloderm; the...
6 doctor answers | 1 community comment
What Would Be Best Type of Breast Reconstruction?
Hi, Second time TNBC patient, was recently told that I have BRCA1 mutation and will therefore be having double mastectomy. I am considered thin at...
8 doctor answers
I Was Considering a Breast Reduction/lift. I Heard of a Mesh Lift Where They Create Scar Tissue to Support the Breast?
I remember reading about this mesh lift many years ago but haven't really heard much about it since. I was just wondering if there is any new...
1 doctor answer | 1 community comment
Largest Projection Breast Implants Available (For Breast Reconstruction)? (photo)
- I am 26, had a BMX with TEs - I got Mentor Smooth Round - Ultra High Profile: 590 cc (diameter = 12.5 cm, projection = 6.3 cm) - I'm 5'2", 115 lbs...
1 doctor answer
Can I Get an Areola Reduction/reconstruction? My Right Nipple is Also Misphaped (photo)
I'm 27, 115 lbs and my breasts have always bothered me and make me self conscience. I feel it's mostly my areolas that I don't like. My breasts used...
7 doctor answers
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