S3EP3 - Post Breast Reconstruction Update: Facing Challenges, Second Revisions, and the Emotional Impact
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Rosalina shares the impact she’s facing from the breast reconstruction, including scarring, healing concerns, and the need for revisions. She opens up about the uncertainties during her breast reconstruction process, her relationship with her plastic surgeon, and the struggle to find closure in her reconstruction journey.
Shauna shares her decision to pursue a second revision, focusing on achieving symmetry and considering fat grafting on her non-cancer side. She also touches on contemplating the LAT tissue flap option and the factors that influenced her decision.
Episode Timestamps:
[00:01:27] Let's Talk Foobs
[00:04:14] Shauna’s Decision on Revision Surgery
[00:09:53] Nipple Tattoos: Yay or Nay
[00:11:44] Rosalina's Reconstruction Journey
[00:19:55] Feeling Uncertain About Your Plastic Surgeon
[00:25:49] I am Wonderwoman
[00:30:27] Surgery Surprises
[00:32:22] In Pursuit of a Female Doctor
[00:33:52] Tape the Titties And It's Still Not Right
[00:41:20] Never Wanting a Boob Job
[00:44:57] Sunscreen For Protection
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