A mastectomy is the removal of the breast and is a treatment for invasive breast cancer. Body image is a major factor for many women due to the emphasis placed on the breast in our society. After the incision has healed and the surgeon approves, your mother can be fitted for a prosthesis. This will help make her feel more balanced and complete. Encourage your mother to join a breast cancer support group.
Support groups help women bond and provide useful education.
There are also support groups for the families to attend, which will help you to be able to help her. Allow your mother to talk and express her feelings and concerns. Be patient and understanding. Now there has been a study evaluating the benefits of regular exercise to reduce the risk of breast cancer. One in eight women in the United States will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime.