[Vi Schorpp]

Welcome. You will find so much valuable information here. Unfortunately, the question of whether to have a lumpectomy or mastectomy is a pretty universal one for most of us here. If you use the pull-down search menu above (to the right), you can type in those words and see what has been written on this subject. However, it is a very personal decision, and one that I faced as well. There is no right answer, there is only what is right for YOU. My sister-in-law opted for a lumpectomy but wished she would have had the mastectomy because she is small-breasted and felt the lumpectomy was disfiguring. So, size of breast may come into your decision.

I remember wishing someone would tell me what exactly to do regarding lump/mastect., but it really is a personal decision. Research has shown that a lumpectomy is just as favorable as a mastectomy.

You will do what is right. Have faith, and we're all her for you.