Plastic surgery after double mastectomy.

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Four months ago I had a bilateral mastectomy and full node clearance. As I’ve referenced before the result across my chest are fine. Under my arms look awful. 
Has anyone had plastic surgery to tidy up their scar? How long did you wait before going back under the knife? How long did it take , from the request to getting it done? 

I don’t mean reconstruction or implants just tidying up the mess. 

  • Hi  

    I am sorry you have been left with some skin / scar issues you would like to get tidied up. I haven’t had this experience myself but I hope that by replying I will bounce your question up the page so that someone who has had this experience sees it and replies. 

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  • Have you discussed this with your BCN or where you get support. I have contacted them about something similar and found them helpful.  Obviously because it isn't on the direct cancer pathway it has meant a longer wait.

    All the best

    ricki