This is plastic surgery to rebuild the shape of the breast. Your surgeon can talk to you about this. Some women prefer to wear a prosthesis within the bra, it is specially fitted by trained staff in major department stores, they can be worn in swimmers. An information guide Breast reconstruction after mastectomy is available. Staff can give you further information on prosthesis.
All operations have a small risk of side effects, such as pain, bleeding and infection.
There are also risks associated with a general anaesthetic, but generally this is considered very safe. You may have tingling feelings or shooting pain where the breast was removed, this can last for six months or longer. Additionally, some women notice a change in their balance due to the loss of the breast weight. Wearing a prosthesis helps with this problem. Some women prefer breast reconstruction.