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Kim, I've had bi-lateral mastectomies with no reconstruction. I was Stage 3b, and felt I wanted to concentrate on survival and living, not more surgery. You CAN have reconstruction at a later, much later, date if you so choose. Some women who had mastectomies years and years ago are just now opting for reconstruction, so don't let yourself be talked into something you're not ready for, wait until/if it feels right for you. The women I've talked to personally who've had reconstruction are split about 50/50 on satisfaction with results and follow-up.
Also, my daughter had a hysterectomy last year via the LAVH procedure, due to many major health problems in the reproductive organs. It was amazingly easy. We had a hard time making her take it easy for the required time, as she felt great by the end of the week. So that is another option.
<3 Lolly
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