Post Op Daily Activities

Started by Paula K in I need advice, have a question, can you help? Aug 3. 0 Replies 0 Likes

Hi everyone. Just over one week ago I had nipple sparing double mastectomy with immediate reconstructive surgery using implants and adm. My breasts were also reduced from a DD to a C and the nipples were moved upwards. The drains were removed 5 days…Continue

Nipple Worries :/

Started by Paula K in I need advice, have a question, can you help? Aug 3. 0 Replies 0 Likes

H everyone. Just over one week ago I had a nipple sparing double mastectomy with immediate reconstructive surgery using implants and adm. My breasts were also reduced in size and nipples were moved up. I noticed straight away that the left nipple…Continue

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Started by Ciara Sheridan in Preventative Surgery. Last reply by Lisa Robertson Jul 31. 1 Reply 0 Likes

New here... got diagnosed with BRCA 2 a week before my 37th birthday in June this year. Have more or less made up my mind that I will have both the preventative surgeries. I have three Q&A appointments with various consultants between now and…Continue

HRT Yes or No???

Started by Liz in New here? Why not introduce yourself... Last reply by Annie-Lou Jul 27. 2 Replies 0 Likes

Thanks for reading!New to this site and new member of the genetics quirks club.Heading for ovary and tube removal towards the end of July as a first step as BRCA 2 positive.  Keeping other options on hold at the moment.No-one can give me a direction…Continue

New here, and newly found out

Started by Charlotte Hiller in New here? Why not introduce yourself... Last reply by Annie-Lou Jul 27. 4 Replies 0 Likes

Hello,I had my results from genetic testing, and unfortunately tested positive for a mutation on the BRCA 2 gene.I am still a bit in shock if I'm honest - I was really hoping that this would not be the case as I already have a number of other health…Continue

1 year anniversary

Started by Lauren Mailich in Preventative Surgery. Last reply by Jean Jul 27. 4 Replies 2 Likes

Hi all,Just my thoughts on paper.My 1 year boob anniversary rolled around last week. What a journey it has been. From my first meeting with my wonderful surgeon who listened to all my worries and concerns about the surgery and what recovery would be…Continue

Tags: #difficultspecialjourney, #strong

Please Help Me Find A Post-Surgical Bra!!!

Started by Paula K in I need advice, have a question, can you help?. Last reply by Paula K Jul 24. 4 Replies 0 Likes

So I am having my surgery this coming Tuesday, July 25th - double mastectomy with nipple sparring reconstructive surgery using implants. I have been so busy that I put off buying a post-surgical bra and now I'm panicking.My breast care nurse says…Continue

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Breast Surgeon recommendation

Started by Karen Ejdelman in Preventative Surgery. Last reply by Anna Jul 15. 12 Replies 0 Likes

Hi my name is Karen, I am new to this group. I am a BRCA 1 carrier and i am meeting with my genetics counsellor to discuss my options in a few days. I live in London. Please anyone recommend a good breast surgeon? Many ThanksContinue

Ovary removal - feel wobbly

Started by Janine in Preventative Surgery. Last reply by Victoria Hardy Jul 15. 1 Reply 0 Likes

Hi all,I'm a new member. I'm 41, BRCA1. single parent with 8 yr old and new boyfriendI had hysterectomy with ovary removal 2 weeks ago today. Physically I feel fine...up and about and off painkillers. Emotionally I am a bit all over the show. I'm on…Continue

Where are you??

Started by Caroline (Network Administrator) in New here? Why not introduce yourself... Last reply by Jo Jul 13. 101 Replies 4 Likes

I have set up a couple of Zee Maps which will make it easier for us to see where everyone is located and arrange some local support groups.For UK residents - Go to …Continue