Mastectomy

I had mastectomy with immediate implant reconstruction. Nipple was. Removed. But a good amount of areola left which. I am happy with cosmetically.  The top area of "new boob" as. I have taken to calling her is numb which is strange. It also feels not quite part of me but that's getting better every day. My surgery was 6 weeks ago...I still get tired easily and am very frustrated at myself as I want to up and running around.

Any questions fire away. Xx

Thank you for your reply. I think I am hedging towards immediate implant reconstruction so your comments are very much appreciated.  I am 62 but still feel like I want to be attractive to my partner.  My breast care nurse said that for ladies of a "certain age" where their natural boob might be sagging, the implant could sit high up and their natural boob lower down which I would be a bit concerned about.  I know what you mean about getting tired, the chemo has left me shattered ... I just want to be "normal" again!  Thanks again x 

I have a teardrop shaped implant rather than a round one which I think for me is a more natural shape. It definitely sits slightly higher but my surgeon positioned it so that I am symmetrical in clothes....other breast is supported by your bra so is lifted. Undressed I am a little uneven but knew I would be. I also had concerns about my partner but he has been nothing but amazing x

Thank you so much for your comments, very helpful.  It's good to talk to someone who has gone/going through it.  My sister and friends are very supportive and say the right things but until you go through it they can't possibly understand.  Good luck with everything x