Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin There are now new breast implant safety requirements from the FDA. Beginning in October 2021, all implant boxes must now come with a warning label informing patients of the potential risk of Breast Implant-Associated Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma (BIA-ALCL). The warning also addresses other possible side effects of breast […]
Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin After breast cancer treatment, Breast reconstruction helps women become physically and emotionally whole again. Breast Reconstruction restores something that nature once provided but cancer has taken away. Unfortunately, many patients with breast cancer who have had a mastectomy or lumpectomy are not given the option of breast reconstruction. Regardless […]
Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin Most women with breast cancer notice negative changes in their sex lives. By some estimates, over 80% of women treated for breast cancer end up with sexual problems. Unfortunately, at least half of women do not recall discussing sexual problems with their oncology team. Most women do not get effective […]
Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin If you have a loved one who is preparing for or recovering from a mastectomy, there are a few things you should avoid saying – and a few things you should say instead. Don’t say “You’re too young to have a mastectomy.” Regardless of how old or young a person […]
Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin When you’re diagnosed with breast cancer, it’s normal to experience a range of emotions at different points during your treatment and recovery. You may be surprised and overwhelmed at first and then become terrified or angry. It’s common to have both good and bad emotions during this process. There are […]
Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin Yesterday we celebrated Breast Reconstruction Awareness day! Although we missed seeing everyone in person this year, we were still able to spread education and awareness on ALL reconstructive options through our virtual efforts. We were also able to share information on the many amazing organizations supporting the breast cancer and […]
Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin Breast cancer affects many women in the United States and around the world. For every 8 women in the United States, 1 will be diagnosed with breast cancer during her lifetime. Women, and men, also have an increased risk of breast cancer if they have inherited a mutation in genes […]
Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin Breast Cancer Awareness Month is celebrated around the country every October. The occasion brings attention to breast cancer, but many people affected have mixed feelings about it. There’s no doubt this awareness campaign means different things to different people. For some, it’s about ensuring that people understand the realities […]
Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin When considering breast reconstruction after breast cancer surgery, patients have two timing options. Immediate or delayed. Immediate breast reconstruction is performed at the same time as the mastectomy. There are many benefits to immediate reconstruction. These include shorter recovery and less visible scarring for the patient. However, not all patients […]
Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin When preparing for DIEP flap breast reconstruction, many women wonder if they should lose weight. This is an excellent question! While there is no textbook answer, there are some general recommendations we share with patients. Is weight loss necessary before DIEP surgery? Being close to your ideal weight prior to […]
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