All articles tagged with #mastectomy
A nurse and theatre coordinator at Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother Hospital shares her personal experience with breast cancer, including her diagnosis, mastectomy, complications, and recovery, highlighting the emotional and physical challenges she faced and her positive outlook on life afterward.
The article discusses the challenging and often complicated process of breast reconstruction for women after mastectomy, highlighting the physical and emotional disruptions it can cause over the years.
An increasing number of breast cancer survivors are choosing to go flat after mastectomy, reflecting a cultural shift towards body autonomy and redefining recovery and beauty, with many opting out of reconstruction for personal, faster recovery reasons.
Singer Jessie J, battling breast cancer, was hospitalized again after feeling unwell post-mastectomy, revealing an infection and lung fluid, which has been emotionally and professionally challenging for her.
A woman shares her journey of undergoing a double mastectomy due to genetic risk, her struggles with body image and reconstruction, and how she learned to accept and love her body through her relationship with her partner, emphasizing the importance of honesty and self-acceptance.
A woman shares her journey of undergoing a double mastectomy due to genetic risk, her struggles with body image and reconstruction, and how she learned to accept and love her body through her relationship with her partner, emphasizing the importance of self-acceptance and honesty.
A woman with the BRCA1 gene mutation shares her journey of undergoing a double mastectomy and multiple reconstructive surgeries, her struggles with body image and insecurities, and how opening up to her partner helped her accept her body and find love and confidence.
Courtney Bailey, a 26-year-old woman, was initially dismissed by doctors who attributed her bleeding nipple to hormonal changes, only to later discover she had early-stage breast cancer. After a biopsy revealed precancerous cells, she opted for a mastectomy, emphasizing the importance of self-advocacy in healthcare. Bailey's experience highlights the rising breast cancer rates among young women and the need to challenge age-based medical assumptions. She urges women to trust their instincts and push for referrals if they notice unusual symptoms.
Actress Olivia Munn shares her "terrifying" breast cancer journey, detailing her shock at being diagnosed with stage 1 Luminal B bilateral breast cancer just three months after a clean mammogram and negative BRCA gene test. Despite initial reluctance, she underwent a double mastectomy and multiple surgeries, finding solace in her son and expressing gratitude for the opportunity to fight. Munn's experience sheds light on the unexpected nature of cancer diagnoses and the importance of proactive health measures.
Actress Olivia Munn opens up about her challenging battle with breast cancer, emphasizing the unexpected difficulty of her recovery. Following her double mastectomy, Munn made it clear to doctors that she wanted to "go smaller" with her breast reconstruction, despite the common desire for larger breasts. She also started hormone suppression therapy to reduce future risk, leading to medically induced menopause, but expressed gratitude for the opportunity to fight.
After revealing her breast cancer diagnosis and double mastectomy, actor Olivia Munn urged people to use the Breast Cancer Risk Assessment Tool, a questionnaire on the National Cancer Institute's website, to determine their breast cancer risk score. The tool, which has seen increased visits since Munn's post, provides a lifetime and five-year risk score based on various factors. However, it may not be suitable for everyone and should be used in consultation with a doctor. Munn's high score prompted further tests, highlighting the importance of early detection and personalized risk assessment in breast cancer prevention.
Actress Olivia Munn revealed that she underwent a double mastectomy after being diagnosed with an aggressive form of breast cancer last year, despite initially testing negative for 90 cancer genes, including BRCA. Munn emphasized the importance of getting a breast cancer risk assessment, which helped identify her cancer early, and urged women to be proactive about their health. She thanked her doctors, friends, and family for their support and shared her experience in a social media post, highlighting the need for awareness and early detection.
After losing her mother to breast cancer at a young age, a woman with Jewish ancestry shares her journey of discovering she carries the BRCA1 gene mutation, which significantly increases her cancer risk. Despite her fears and anxieties, she undergoes a double mastectomy and plans to have her ovaries and fallopian tubes removed as a preventative measure. The NHS has launched a BRCA testing program for people with Jewish ancestry, aiming to save lives through early detection and intervention.
A woman shares her experience of undergoing a double mastectomy and the challenges she faced during the recovery process, including dealing with physical complications, adjusting to her changed body, and seeking support. She emphasizes the non-linear nature of healing and the importance of accepting love and support from others while navigating the emotional and physical effects of her diagnosis and surgery.
Nikita Teran, a woman who identified as a trans man for seven years, has decided to de-transition after undergoing a double mastectomy at the age of 19. Nikita started exploring her femininity and experiencing painful symptoms after taking testosterone, leading her to stop hormone therapy and embrace her female identity. She began the de-transitioning process in February 2023, including facial hair removal and voice therapy, and now feels comfortable and excited about her new identity.