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How long does it take to have BREAST RECONSTRUCTION after surgery for cancer patients? 6 weeks? or more?


How long does it take to have BREAST RECONSTRUCTION after surgery for cancer patients? 6 weeks? or more?

"Timing of reconstructive surgery is based on the woman's desires, other medical conditions, and cancer treatment. Whenever possible, plastic surgeons encourage women to begin breast reconstruction at the same time they are having their mastectomy. For many women, immediate reconstruction reduces the trauma of having a breast removed, as well as the expense and discomfort of undergoing two major operations.

It is also possible to do the reconstruction months or years after a mastectomy. For some women, this may be advised if radiation is to follow mastectomy.

The surgical team can help you decide the best time for reconstruction."
-- http://www.webmd.com/breast-cancer/breas...

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