Breast Reconstruction Checklist

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Is it important to me to have a permanent breast shape? Some women prefer to wear a prosthesis as needed instead of having reconstruction.

Is it important to me that my breasts look balanced when wearing a bra & bathing suits?

Breast reconstruction might involve several surgeries over a long period of time. Am I ready for it?

How will I feel in front of the mirror every day with or without breast reconstruction?

How will I feel with my partner with or without breast reconstruction?

How will my activities, such as exercise, impact my choice of breast reconstruction?

How important are my breasts to my sense of femininity?

Is it necessary for me to have a breast reconstruction procedure?

Am I a good candidate for this procedure?

What kind of surgery will be optimal for me?

How long will the process, including healing, take?

How long will recovery at home take and what kind of help will I need?

How long will I have to be away from work?

Do I have to take any special precautions pre and post procedure?

Are there any side effects to it and will these be short or long term?

Do I have to wear any special kind of clothing after the procedure?

I have a medical condition. Will it affect my ability to heal after surgery?

Will insurance pay for all the reconstruction procedures?

Do I need to go to a counselor to help me adjust to my ‘new’ look?

What will be expected from me to achieve the best results?

Are there before-and-after pictures of similar procedures?

Here are some questions you might want to ask yourself or your doctor/cancer care team while you're making your decision about breast reconstruction:

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