Hi I’m new today too. I had a mastectomy in January and was also scared to look. Emotions are bound to be all over the place. I still can’t touch where mine used to be. It’s a little numb in places still and I’m not sure if I will ever get full feeling back. Having said that, be brave. You’ll probably cry. I know I did but it was a necessary procedure and you must always tell yourself that. Sending virtual hugs xx
Hi to you both….I had my mastectomy nearly 3 years ago. Best thing I did after having an implant that went wrong! I have healed well….
I appreciate it may take some getting used to…but you will get there!
I hate mastectomy bras and have just bought a load of m&s T-shirt bras (underwire)….what an amazing change and impact on my life! The mastectomy bras were horrible…uncomfortable, difficult to wear, looked odd! With the new ones, I can just pop in my prosthetic and it stays in place! The bra feels and looks normal…..it has made such a difference to me!
The operation is a big one and, yes, it takes time to recover….but the cancer has been removed….and time will heal. Take it from me, I now wear most clothes I want too…(okay I don’t have a cleavage now but…) with a normal bra I feel good.
My wish? To be completely flat but the surgeon won’t consider it….
