Breast cancer raises many questions that patients don't always dare to ask their doctor. Here are kind answers to the most common ones.
"Will I be able to keep my breasts?"
It depends on the type and stage of the cancer. A lumpectomy (partial removal) is often possible. A mastectomy (total removal) is sometimes necessary. Your surgeon will explain the options that suit your situation.
"Can I have children after breast cancer?"
For many women, yes. Fertility preservation can be considered before treatment. Discuss this with your medical team from the very beginning.
"Will my sex life change?"
Treatments can temporarily affect libido and comfort. This is normal and often temporary. Solutions exist, including psycho-sexological support.
"Will I lose my hair?"
Not all treatments cause hair loss. Chemotherapy often does, but not always. Regrowth generally happens a few months after the end of treatment.
"After the mastectomy, what can I do to recover my silhouette?"
Several options exist: surgical reconstruction, external prosthesis, paramedical dermopigmentation, or a nipple prosthesis like those from The Nipples Lab. These options are often combined depending on each woman's wishes and journey.