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Well, I had to have a mast, but I struggled with if I should have the "good" side removed also. I had delayed reconstruction in Sept. and I decided to keep it.
I based my decision on 2 factors, my genetic test was neg and I spoke with the radiologist who did my last mammogram and he said my breasts were not dense. ( I was 37 when diagnosed , so never had a mammogram) He said the lump was clearly visible on that first mammogram. I feel that if I ever develop it on the other side, at least I would hopefully discover it alot earlier than I discovered my first cancer.
I don't think having another mast would give me any more peace of mind. I already had to have a biopsy along the scar line of my mast, as my onc found a lump during my 3 month check up. I have as much stress about the mast side and a recurrance on that side, as I do about my "good side"
laurie
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