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Breast Reconstruction - which option will help me to continue golfing?

Trying to decide about reconstruction options after a double mastectomy for BC. I was an avid golfer and want to return to playing. I’ve also had 3 lymph nodes removed and 16 sessions of radiation. I had expanders placed at the time of mastectomy, but one got infected and had to be removed. The other is fully filled and I’m awaiting clearance to have the lost expander replaced. As a result of being flat on one side for a time I’m reconsidering all my reconstruction options. I am worried about implants interfering with golf and my swing. I‘m struggling with how the expander feels and numbness across my chest whilst also having a “breast”. Will an implant feel the same? Also worried about it flipping or me causing damage as i have an aggressive swing. I know any exchange surgery would be delayed because of the radiation treatment too, so I’m kinda frustrated at the moment not playing at all. I’m excluding DIEP at the moment as it will mean another surgery site and will affect my core. Am I wrong in thinking this? Also thinking about if Goldilocks would be a better option for me? I was a C cup before my mastectomy and not sure if it is an option anyway. Would I have to wait for that surgery too because of the radiation treatment? Would I need the tissue expander replacing first for Goldilocks option as well? It’s a big decision for me to make.I guess the biggie is if implants will cause me problems or restrictions with golf as I’m presuming a Goldilocks wouldn’t

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