Hi, I was diagnosed with breast cancer last year & had a lumpectomy with lymph node removal (which were clear) followed by radiotherapy.
I was offered genetic testing due to family history & have a faulty BRCA 2 gene.
I am going to have a double mastectomy with immediate reconstruction ( I have lymphedema after my radiotherapy so I'm not suitable for delayed reconstruction). I have seen the plastic surgeon today & he has recommended I have LD flap reconstruction with a small implant underneath as opposed to the DIEP flap.
I just wondered if anyone else has had this done & what their experience of it was.
Many thanks.
It does appear that no-one was around at either times. You could try joining the BRCA group and see if you can get some help from ladies on there.
Thanks, yes - it's a great feeling on the annual mammogram when I get clear results and feel like I've got a 'pass' for another year 
Take care,
Lesley
