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<blockquote data-quote="Mattsmom277" data-source="post: 297903" data-attributes="member: 4264"><p>I have no first hand experience. However my aunt is now in her 6th year cancer free. She too had a small mass and several affected lymph nodes. She considered the recommended lumpectomy as well as masectomy (for future prevention). She opted to follow the docs advice and had the lumpectomy followed by chemo and radiation and it was very successful. She has had moments that she looks back and wishes she had opted for a bilateral masectomy, however as she continues to be well year after year, she is happier with her past decisions. </p><p>I think it is truly a personal choice. Also, some women have a difficult time adjusting with breast removal, while others are perfectly content with the result. I think thats a huge factor as well. Personally I feel feminine with my breasts, but I wouldn't hesitate to do a masectomy to prevent future issues. However, I know most women would struggle afterwards with their body images etc and that is a very real fact to consider.</p><p>This probably doesnt' help you but I wanted to share my aunts story. She is doing very well and each year that passes reduces her risk of reoccurance. </p><p>I'm so happy that they've ruled out other locations for you and I wish you the best on your journey and will keep you in my prayers.</p><p>(((hugs)))</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Mattsmom277, post: 297903, member: 4264"] I have no first hand experience. However my aunt is now in her 6th year cancer free. She too had a small mass and several affected lymph nodes. She considered the recommended lumpectomy as well as masectomy (for future prevention). She opted to follow the docs advice and had the lumpectomy followed by chemo and radiation and it was very successful. She has had moments that she looks back and wishes she had opted for a bilateral masectomy, however as she continues to be well year after year, she is happier with her past decisions. I think it is truly a personal choice. Also, some women have a difficult time adjusting with breast removal, while others are perfectly content with the result. I think thats a huge factor as well. Personally I feel feminine with my breasts, but I wouldn't hesitate to do a masectomy to prevent future issues. However, I know most women would struggle afterwards with their body images etc and that is a very real fact to consider. This probably doesnt' help you but I wanted to share my aunts story. She is doing very well and each year that passes reduces her risk of reoccurance. I'm so happy that they've ruled out other locations for you and I wish you the best on your journey and will keep you in my prayers. (((hugs))) [/QUOTE]
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