Breast reconstruction after a lumpectomy or mastectomy is a very difficult decision to make. There is not much information out there without having to meet with the plastic surgeons and almost relive your cancer all over again every time you have to tell your story. Us women want to be able to search the web and find support groups and information panels so that we can gather enough information without feeling ashamed or hurt but the reality.
There are women who embrace their new bodies, they see it as a victory and then there are those who see it as a reminder of what was taken and why. Time can heal all wounds but I strongly believe that a wound can heal beautifully but it will never be forgotten.
Last night at this event held at Avanti Le Spa, we were offered a variety of complementary services. I had a mini facial done by a wonderful woman, there was music, food and drinks and most importantly the speakers. There were 2 renowned plastic surgeons, Dr. Karl Shwarz and Dr. Omar Fouda Neel explaining the advancements in breast reconstruction surgery, the various methods and the reality behind it.
Nalie Augustin a motivational speaker and breast cancer survivor, I may be a little biased, I am a loyal follower of her blogs. She was my reason for starting this blog, her blogs gave me the understanding of what breast cancer was from the eyes of a survivor.
There were others as well, the founder of BRCA Sisterhood, another breast cancer advocate, phychiatrist, nutritionist and others. It was information overload but a great informative event.
These events are important, they bring together a community of women that are all in the same or similar situation who can relate to one another and truly understand each other.
Thank you Melissa for organizing this event, it has opened my eyes a little more on what is out there.
Franca😘
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