Q: I have a history of benign proliferative breast disease with associated atypical ductal hyperplasia. I have had two needle biopsies and three surgical biopsies in my left breast. I took Tamoxifen for five years and currently am taking Evista. Last year I completed...
Baby, it’s hot outside! You want to feel cool and confident in your summer wardrobe, but you’ve been through a lot lately — your breast cancer diagnosis, surgery and now breast reconstruction. You might be feeling a little unsure about stepping out. Here are some tips...
I would like to learn more about liposuction or non-surgical liposuction around my abdomen and my thighs. – Harmony Hey Harmony, Depending on your personal goals, both are great options for body contouring. Trusculpt iD is a non-invasive option that offers fat...
Q. I’m waiting to have surgery to take a cancer lump from my left breast. Then I will be taking radiation treatment. Will my breast be disfigured from this and will I be suitable to build my breast appearance with reconstruction surgery? Judi A. Hi Judi, Sorry...
After breast cancer surgery and reconstruction, you won’t immediately be able to wear a regular bra. You will need one that is roomy and more comfortable to allow extra space for dressings and drainage tubes. If you can find one that has been designed to be adjustable...
Surgery is a common method of treating breast cancer, but it can be overwhelming. There is so much to think about and you might be feeling scared, especially about how you will handle recovery. Here are some tips that we hope will help to make your recovery easier:...
Q: I see post bariatric surgery plastic surgery referenced on your site. I didn’t realize you also offered these procedures. Which doctor cares for this? Thank you for any information you can provide. Thanks, M A: Hello, M Currently, 90% of our activity is...
Making healthy changes at any point in your life can help you reduce your risk of a recurrence or new cancer, prevent additional health issues and keep your body strong as it recovers from treatment and surgery. Consider these important 6 healthy living choices: Drop...
Q: I am an eight-year breast cancer survivor. I had a great breast doctor but my plastic surgeon botched my right breast. No implants – it was a latissimus dorsi reconstruction. My right breast is flat as can be, and I do suffer from scar tissue pain. I can be doing...
The warmer, sunnier weather is calling you to the great outdoors, but breast cancer survivors need to take extra special precautions to care for their skin. Why? Both chemotherapy and radiation treatments can make the skin more sensitive to the sun up to two years...
