June,
I am so glad you found EmpowHER...let's see how we can help.
I will forward your question to one of our medical experts, and I hope you hear from other women soon, who have both decided to try a lumpectomy, and those who opted for a mastectomy.
I can speak on behalf for all of us here at EmpowHER that no, you are not "crazy" for thinking of yourself (as, I am SURE you are thinking of your family, too!), you are not "crazy" for second-guessing your doctors, and I actually think this is a HEALTHY process to second-guess and question your medical team. Your medical team wants a well-educated patient, who can be assertive and also trusting, and your questions will only help the entire process go smoother, and ensure that you have the best medical team working with you.
We will get back to you soon. When is your surgery scheduled?
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June,
I am so glad you found EmpowHER...let's see how we can help.
I will forward your question to one of our medical experts, and I hope you hear from other women soon, who have both decided to try a lumpectomy, and those who opted for a mastectomy.
I can speak on behalf for all of us here at EmpowHER that no, you are not "crazy" for thinking of yourself (as, I am SURE you are thinking of your family, too!), you are not "crazy" for second-guessing your doctors, and I actually think this is a HEALTHY process to second-guess and question your medical team. Your medical team wants a well-educated patient, who can be assertive and also trusting, and your questions will only help the entire process go smoother, and ensure that you have the best medical team working with you.
We will get back to you soon. When is your surgery scheduled?
Take care,
January 10, 2010 - 7:34amAlison
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