A breast prosthesis is an artificial breast that is worn in your bra and gives shape to your clothes. A correctly weighted prosthesis also keeps you balanced and helps prevent posture problems. A breast reconstruction is an operation to make a new breast shape. Fear of the cancer returning Most women are concerned about the cancer returning or spreading to other parts of their body. Research shows that women who have breast conserving treatment that includes radiation therapy are no more likely to have a recurrence of breast cancer than women who have a mastectomy.
Mastectomy is as effective as breast conserving treatment that includes radiation therapy.
If the tumour is small then your surgeon will probably recommend that you choose between breast conserving treatment and mastectomy. Radiation therapy Radiation therapy is necessary each weekday for about 6 weeks. Usually no radiation therapy is necessary. Changes to your body appearance A small amount of your breast will be removed. Partial prostheses are available.