I feel your angst as I was also told I had complex breasts and had a right side mastectomy (both breasts had cysts, adenomas, fat deposits and goodness knows what). I kept thinking that maybe I should have asked about the option of a double (cancer only found on the right side but left also 'complex). In terms of recovery, I'm glad that it was only the one as it took a couple of months before I could sleep on that side again and recovery was fairly quick for me (currently on chemo but the scar and healing process from the op were quick). I have a prosthetic but don't wear it. It's sat in the cupboard for special occasions and I personally don't mind being wonky - its a bit of a survivors 2 fingers to cancer for me. I'm only an A cup though so not as big a change! Not sure if that helps at all from a fellow complex breast buddy. Xx

Yes, thanks so much for posting, really helpful. I love the 2 fingers to cancer! Once I make my decisions and get to the other side I hope to feel as empowered as you. Fantastic complex woman. Xx

Hi, 

I had a double mastectomy last year with flat closure, because I carry Palb2 gene.  It was a tough decision, but like you the thought of more surgeries with reconstruction just didn’t appeal to me!  I haven’t regretted the decision at all, obviously I have some sad days but mostly don’t even think about it. I don’t wear false ones either , I have some but haven’t felt the need to wear them . It’s a tough decision, you will get there and it will be right for you xx

Thank you so much for your words. This is so helpful and encouraging.  Love and respect, especially on sad days. Xx

I had a double mastectomy with flat closure in 2023 after having cancer and discovering a BRCA1 mutation. I felt similar to you in not wanting further operations and I wasn't very keen on implants, and can say I am very happy with my decision. My body is different, but I embrace it and feel happy in my skin and honestly feel relieved to be liberated of the things that tried to kill me! I've posted it before, but a charity called BRCA chat has a mastectomy gallery where you can see results of different types of surgery, and they also have stories from women. Personally I found this very useful to see different types of results and it helped me to visualise the options when making my decision. There's no one size fits all option, just follow your instinct on what feels best for you! Wishing you the best of luck on your journey ahead xx

Thanks so much, I have just had a quick look at the site and it is exactly the kind of help I need trying to make the most informed choice and be as prepared as I can rather, than just gut feelings made in a state of shock. So thank you for your your wisdom and advice.and all very best to you. xx