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Airport body scanners

Hi all, The Policy & Campaigns Team at Breast Cancer Care is looking to gauge current opinion of forum members to help with our lobbying efforts on the following question: Have you ever been asked to go through a full body scanner at a British Airp...

Posted by Mike BCC on Mon Jul 11, 2011 11:48 am with 31 comments

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Justbeen reading everyones experiences and I had not really thought about it until a couple of weeks ago. I was travelling from Manchester to Paris with my family. Unfortunately both myself and my Husband set the alarms off through security ! I went t...

racer, Sun Nov 27, 2011 10:29 pm
travel cases for breast prostheses?

I was wondering if anyone knew of somewhere that supplied travel cases for prostheses? I've had a double mx and my prostheses came in quite a large box each and if I put those in my suitcase it will take up a lot of room. Obviously I'll be wearing ...

Posted by elinda45 on Mon Feb 06, 2012 5:43 pm with 10 comments

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Thanks everyone for offers of cases and advice - much appreciated. I was thinking about stringing a bra between two hangers with the prostheses in so that they hang down and keep their shape. Welsh girl, it sounds like that wasn't such a mad idea if y...

elinda45, Tue Feb 07, 2012 9:36 am
Another Mastectomy ...why not ! :/

I had one mastectomy 7 years ago and due to a possible genetic link am thinking of having another (I'm making it sound as though it's 'on offer' !!) Just would appreciate anyone's thoughts about living breast free and I am tempted not to have reconstr...

Posted by LancsLass on Thu Jan 19, 2012 7:39 am with 8 comments

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Liz, indeed. My mother developed scoliosis of the spine - it looked like an 'S' from the back - so symmetry can only help me. The boob they removed was about 1.3Kg so I'm fairly unbalanced right now.

Ninja, Sat Feb 04, 2012 7:35 pm
Thinking of second mastectomy

Hi there I had a left mastectomy back in 2004 (at 29 years old) and have lived lopsided ever since as I could never find the time in my life for reconstruction and the only op available to me was high risk of failure, long recovery time. I've now got...

Posted by iswhiz on Sun Jul 24, 2011 4:36 pm with 22 comments

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Good luck tonight!!! Just go out how you feel most comfortable - if they accept it, then great, and if they don't then they're not worth bothering about. Have fun......

lizcat, Fri Feb 03, 2012 12:40 pm
20% off bras @ M&S online today...

Hi all just had an email saying there is 20% off bras at m+s today only. Thought it was worth sharing as they sell some nice post surgery bras. They also deduct the tax on post op bras so that would be an extra 20% off at checkout. Worth a look :) Tina x

Posted by Gingerbud on Mon Jan 30, 2012 11:49 am with 0 comments

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Hi all just had an email saying there is 20% off bras at m+s today only. Thought it was worth sharing as they sell some nice post surgery bras. They also deduct the tax on post op bras so that would be an extra 20% off at checkout. Worth a look :) Tina x

Gingerbud, Mon Jan 30, 2012 11:49 am
Contact breast prostheses

I am thinking of switching to the contact breast form and would welcome views from anyone who uses them on what they're like - the good and the bad. My BCN says my scars are flat so I would be a suitable candidate - I'm now 2.5 years post op. I have ...

Posted by elinda45 on Mon Jan 16, 2012 2:41 pm with 4 comments

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thanks so much Kittiekat. I did do a search but didn't use the right phrase. I'll have a read. Good to know that they work for you even in sunny south of France. Elinda x

elinda45, Tue Jan 17, 2012 5:36 pm
Mastectomy or not?

Hi Ladies, I was diagnosed with breast cancer in October via routine screening. I had 2 lumpectomies in the lower quadrant of the same breast to remove cancerous cells at the beginning of November along with SNB. I was disappointed to find I was SN +ve...

Posted by Pattisue on Wed Dec 14, 2011 3:56 pm with 3 comments

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Hi Pattisue, this probably won't help - but its my story Before I had my mastectomy I always thought that if I got cancer it would not bother be to have it removed. I had a mx 19mths ago because of DCIS over 750mm, turned out to be intermediate but ev...

Amanda13, Mon Jan 16, 2012 10:07 pm
Bilateral mastectomy, no reconstruction - thoughts?

Hello I would be really interested to hear from women who have had a bilateral mx and no reconstruction. This is the route I am thinking of taking and would really like to hear your experiences and thoughts. Did you choose this? Was it the only opt...

Posted by Claire2010 on Fri Nov 04, 2011 12:21 pm with 11 comments

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Hi, I had bilateral in march 11, one was advised and the other was my choice because of my family hx and my lifestyle. I didn't feel I could manage lop-sided, and I didn't often wear a bra, plus I do lots of swimming and outdoor stuff and didn't want ...

bubbletrouble, Mon Jan 16, 2012 11:44 am
mastitis after mastectomy

After having had a mastectomy on 7th December I had in excess of 3 litres of fluid drained over the next 10 days, it is now not filling up as quickly but have now developed really bad masitis - been to GP who has given my anatibiotics, has anyone else ...

Posted by lizzyship on Thu Jan 05, 2012 7:49 pm with 1 comments

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I didn't have a mastectomy but i got mastitis a few weeks after my lumpectomy. I was also given antibiotics & felt better within a couple of days. Hopefully yours will clear up quite soon.

hjv123, Thu Jan 05, 2012 9:37 pm
'Tidy Up' after bilateral mastectomy

At last! Three years after my operation I have plucked up courage and had those annoying lumps under my arms, 'dog ears' removed. I can now put my arms down by my sides without feeling as if there is a brick under each arm. I can wear tight T-shirts wi...

Posted by Nonny on Sun Jan 01, 2012 4:54 pm with 1 comments

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Congratulations Jennie and what a shame you had to wait so long. Wouldn't it be nice if the surgeons could get it right first time. Here's to the new-look you for 2012!

hymil, Sun Jan 01, 2012 10:59 pm
Mastectomy Swimwear.

Hi all..im not sure if i am posting in the right place but would like some advice for my mum. She has just finished chemo and is trying to look to the future and book a holiday for late next year. The only problem is she can't find any suitable mastect...

Posted by bh2011 on Tue Dec 27, 2011 10:05 pm with 10 comments

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Hi I wore a costume from Matalan which only cost £12, prior to reconstruction. It was higher at the front than a usual fashion costume and fitted nicely under the arms. It had formed cups which safely held a small home made beanie prosthesis. (I was o...

Sasha56, Sun Jan 01, 2012 9:27 pm
wearing bra for remaining breast but no prosthesis

Hi I wondered if there is anyone else who prefers not to wear a prosthesis and if so how they cope with wearing a bra for the remaining breast. I am happy to be one-sided - don't really see why I should spend the rest of my life pretending to have two ...

Posted by lizziebeth on Thu Jul 14, 2011 8:18 pm with 20 comments

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Thanks, ladies, for this thread, which is something I've been considering for quite a long time now. Firstly, Whiffy, I'm sure I remember being advised not to wear wired bras post mx. I haven't, although I always wore wired bras before mx. Secon...

GrannyScouse, Thu Dec 29, 2011 2:50 pm
Replacement prosthesis on the NHS

Hi everyone, I have been commenting on the thread about adhesive breast prostheses. I wanted to ask people a question about replacement prostheses on the NHS. When discussing the arrangements for replacement of my prosthesis with the prosthetics off...

Posted by PuffyWhiteClouds on Sun Dec 18, 2011 5:40 pm with 7 comments

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Hi Puffy - we have been corresponding on the originl thread. For the record, there was no mention of handing back my old form. What on earth would they use them for? 101 uses of a dead boobie....answers on a postcard..!! (Surely they wouldn't re-use ...

BellaLasagne, Wed Dec 21, 2011 3:49 pm
Self supporting breast form

Hi ladies Has anyone tried Amoena contact it sticks on to your breast so dont need bra pockets. I have been told you can get them on NHS or to buy at £150.00. I have prothesis at the moment but it is still uncomfortable after two years down the line,...

Posted by enid on Mon Mar 21, 2011 7:15 pm with 66 comments

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Adding my support to what you said Jeniffer. I did make that exact point about how much a reconstruction (and probable revisions) would have cost in comparison to a prosthesis, to the prosthetics officer at my local hospital but just gave up when she ...

PuffyWhiteClouds, Sun Dec 18, 2011 5:29 pm
Choosing a Bra Size After 2nd Mastectomy

Hi ladies, I've not been about for quite a while but I'm looking for some advice. I had breast cancer in 2009 and had a left mx. I went through chemo and Herceptin which finished in April this year. I was looking into reconstruction and when I saw th...

Posted by mumof3 on Fri Dec 09, 2011 11:48 am with 1 comments

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I think if you go to a reputable specialist bra and prosthesis fitting place, and make an appointment to let them know you might need a bit of time to work things out, then they should be able to let you try all the bras and prosthesis that you need in...

Claire2010, Fri Dec 09, 2011 12:00 pm
'Dog Ear' after Mastectomy

I had TAC chemo, a double mastectomy and axillary clearance with radiotherapy on one side three years ago, which has left me with a 'dog ear' on that side. No matter what type of bra I wear the lump hangs out over the side and gets quite sore. It also ...

Posted by Nonny on Tue Oct 18, 2011 8:45 pm with 10 comments

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I've asked for mine to be sorted and he'll look into it at my next appt in February. I have a thing sticking into my arm. I can't wear a camisole cos they all cut into it and leave a sore red line. If I roll over in bed, it gets trapped. I want it off!

Ninja, Thu Dec 01, 2011 10:57 pm
Mastectomy

It was five years this week since I had a mastectomy and I haven't got used to it. I feel worse than ever about it. I hate putting a prosthesis in my bra - why should I? I should have two boobs not just one. Am dieting so I can get to an healthy w...

Posted by fluffy on Sat Apr 30, 2011 8:11 pm with 40 comments

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Hello Shelley how are you i hope your good and everythings going well,i was just thinking of you and want to send you lots of positive vibes . special hugs jackie xxxx

italia03, Fri Nov 18, 2011 9:15 pm
Elective Surgery - can you share experiences?

Hi Ladies, I hope you are all doing OK today. I've had my second round of chemo on Friday and am trying to potter about at home and keep myself useful, which involves putting on my 'breezy' voice when any work calls get missed at the office and escape ...

Posted by cannoliwings on Mon Aug 15, 2011 12:18 pm with 73 comments

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Hi Min-good luck with FEC 3-hope it's not too bad for you x I feel really good now (4 weeks after double mx and node clearance) and started back at work today. It was really lovely to be back and I didn't want to leave at lunchtime, but I know I will...

harp1970, Mon Oct 31, 2011 5:59 pm
double mx with expander risk reducing surgery soon ,

Hello ladies,i had a lumpectomy with 6 chemo cycles and 20 radiotherapy which ended sept 2010,i have since found out that i am braca2 carrier. As the last 4 women in my family all had bv i have decided along with doctors,family, to have surgery which i...

Posted by nanny4 on Thu Oct 27, 2011 8:48 pm with 7 comments

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Nanny4, do you mind if I hijack your thread for a sec and ask Jbug a question? Sorry, but hopefully it'll be useful for you too :-). Jbug - do you still have the expanders in or have you had them replaced with implants or another recon? Also, how long...

Sandytoes, Sat Oct 29, 2011 11:18 pm
Grief and Adjustment

Hi All You brave and so gutsy ladies, read my profile its much quicker than going all through my history. I have had mastectomy, prophalytic mastectomy with reconstruction which I am very pleased with. But there will never be complete satisfaction with...

Posted by ruthine58 on Sun Mar 27, 2011 11:19 pm with 8 comments

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Oh Italia03, Life sometimes is just C**P, keep posting and talking, because it's amazing how much better you feel, there are so many people willing to help on here, the kindness is fantastic. There are so many stages, worries, fears, it seems never en...

katytc, Tue Oct 25, 2011 6:03 pm
Pain after mastectomy

Hi folks I had mastectomy about 3 weeks ago and know it is early days. However was wondering if others are having the same experience as myself. I have TNBC,lymph nodes clear,due to start chemo,FEC on Fri followed by radio.I am having pain around my s...

Posted by jreedy on Mon Mar 21, 2011 7:00 pm with 9 comments

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hi jo ive just picked up your thread , i had my mastectomy 4 weeks ago and 11 nodes taken , the pain and the tightnessand pain around where they took the nodes and and under my arm is terrible , but when i ask about it at the hospital they dont seem w...

italia03, Tue Oct 25, 2011 5:03 pm
The mastectomy scar

I'd be interested to hear if anyone has tried something called 'snail gel'. I had a mastectomy 4 weeks ago and the scar is still livid and very sore near my armpit. I use pure Aloe Vera gel, followed by rosehip oil for suppleness, but it appears to hav...

Posted by ziggythegreat on Fri Aug 26, 2011 5:45 pm with 6 comments

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hi there i just thought ide let you know , although ime still on sick leave having chemo for BC i work for holland and barrett and we sell the pots of snail gel that your talking about , i kid you not , big hugs xx

italia03, Fri Oct 21, 2011 9:02 pm
Any March 2011 MX's out there?

Any gals out there like me fancy swopping notes? MX in March 2011, then 25 doses of rt and now 6 months Tamoxifen down and 4.5 years to go... thinking about reconstruction...

Posted by Cyara on Wed Sep 21, 2011 9:41 pm with 7 comments

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Hi JuneHH, Had my second genetic appt last week, first appt detailed the family history, no testing avail to me and a letter 3 months later where I was considered high risk (received this letter after my mx!) - cut a long story short, my sister is now...

beverlie, Mon Oct 03, 2011 10:06 am
Prosthesis Question

Hi everyone, I seem to be stuck in the middle of what can only be described as 'the tale of the incredible shrinking boob.' :) I was already small before I started treatment (30D) but when I went for a bra fitting earlier this week I was down to a 30A...

Posted by nymeria on Sat Sep 10, 2011 11:47 am with 4 comments

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If you loose or gain weight you CAN have a replacement. The only problem is the financial budget for the year IS limited. It is very hard to talk about money in this very important part of every woman's body image but the average yearly budget for pros...

Cackles, Sun Oct 02, 2011 2:17 am
Silly question about prostheses

Hi all Feel a bit daft posting this but here goes. I'm having physio and have to lie on my front for quite a long period of time (about 10 to 15 minutes minutes) while I have treatment and acupuncture. I don't take my bra off. I'm wondering if I ...

Posted by elinda45 on Mon Sep 19, 2011 1:22 pm with 5 comments

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Thanks so much everyone. I thought I might not get any responses but I should have known there would be some wonderful women out there on hand to help. Thank goodness for this site! Shelley - wow what an adventure, if the old prostheses can stand wh...

elinda45, Tue Sep 20, 2011 8:19 am

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