After two bouts with breast cancer, I now have one reconstructed breast (tram flap) and the other is "extremely dense" according to numerous pathology reports. I regret ever having the surgery, and now I want them both (breasts) gone. Is this possible? I have had severe anxiety over this for over a year.
January 14, 2017
Answer: Breast Reconstruction Revision Thank you for your question. I am sorry to hear you are having anxiety over this. Put simply, yes, both the reconstructed breast and your native breast can be removed. There are many women who choose not to undergo breast reconstruction after mastectomies. The decision is very, very personal. If you decide later down the road to have reconstruction, you may be a candidate for implant-based or autologous (same tissue), but it would have to come from elsewhere and not your abdomen. I would suggest following up with your breast surgeon, and your plastic surgeon to get more advice, and to hear all of your options. Best of luck!
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January 14, 2017
Answer: Breast Reconstruction Revision Thank you for your question. I am sorry to hear you are having anxiety over this. Put simply, yes, both the reconstructed breast and your native breast can be removed. There are many women who choose not to undergo breast reconstruction after mastectomies. The decision is very, very personal. If you decide later down the road to have reconstruction, you may be a candidate for implant-based or autologous (same tissue), but it would have to come from elsewhere and not your abdomen. I would suggest following up with your breast surgeon, and your plastic surgeon to get more advice, and to hear all of your options. Best of luck!
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January 14, 2017
Answer: Breast reconstruction revision With a history of breast cancer and breast reconstruction, you have options. It sounds like you still have one natural breast and you would like it removed. This is certainly one of the choices and is something to discuss with your breast cancer doctors (the ones that perform mastectomy, chemotherapy, radiation). Many patients wish to get rid of all their breast tissue and have the peace of mind that comes with that. From your post, it sounds as if you are unhappy with your breast reconstruction as well. There are several possible options to improve or replace your reconstructed breast. This would require more details, and in person consultation. Best wishes.
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January 14, 2017
Answer: Breast reconstruction revision With a history of breast cancer and breast reconstruction, you have options. It sounds like you still have one natural breast and you would like it removed. This is certainly one of the choices and is something to discuss with your breast cancer doctors (the ones that perform mastectomy, chemotherapy, radiation). Many patients wish to get rid of all their breast tissue and have the peace of mind that comes with that. From your post, it sounds as if you are unhappy with your breast reconstruction as well. There are several possible options to improve or replace your reconstructed breast. This would require more details, and in person consultation. Best wishes.
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