Reasons For Taking Breast Reconstruction

It is wise to know the limitations and benefits of having breast reconstruction and then decide whether to take up the operation or not. It is done in two or sometimes more operations within a year or six months until an excellent appearance of the breast is got.

The benefit of undergoing breast reconstruction is that an artificial external breast is not needed and there is no difference in appearance in swimming costume or under ware. The patient has a cleavage and even without any clothes there is not much difference between natural breast and recreated breast and hence one feels better. Breast reconstruction helps to be confident with a feeling of sexuality, attractiveness and femininity.

Breast reconstruction may not affect cancer treatments like chemotherapy, radiotherapy and hormonal therapy. Constant watch of the recurring cancer can be detected using mammograms, x rays and scans of breast area.

There are some limitations to reconstructed breast. Reconstructed breast is less sensitive than natural one, and breast feeding is not possible but the other natural breast can be used. Most of the breast reconstruction is done in 2 or 3 sittings. Sometimes after initial surgery some more operations are done in order to tidy the previous scars. Some may need the other one also to be operated to reduce its size to match the new one. Nipple reconstruction is done later on once the breast is healed and settled.

Breast reconstruction is done to the level best to make both breasts symmetrical. The surgical result depends on the facts like age, state of skin, general health condition, whether radiotherapy has been done and breast size. Smoking affects the healing process.

The reconstructed breast will be firm and appears higher with less droop compared to the natural breast especially if an implant is used. The natural breast can be matched with the reconstructed breast by using an implant for the natural breast. Sensation is less in the reconstructed breast compared to the original breast.

If there is a difference in the two breasts even after wearing under wear then an external prosthesis or false breast can be used with the bra to obtain a better balance. False breasts are available in different sizes, skin colors and shapes. Since soft silicone is used natural curves including nipple outline will be created. The original form of the breast is given if a well matching prosthesis is used.

The consequence of the procedure is decided by many factors. The staff nurse or the doctor will tell what sort of procedure is suitable for the particular patient because of their understanding and experience. A support organization helps to identify easily with similar ladies who have undergone operations.