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Re: bilateral mastectomies

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Posted by Shelly Blechman on 9/3/2002 from 216.117.218.7:

In reply to: bilateral mastectomies posted by Donna Benson on 8/29/2002 from 12.216.148.79:

I think there are a number of things to keep in mind when considering having any surgery away from your hometown and follow-up care is certainly one of them. How long were you planning on staying in New Orleans after your surgery? How far is this from your home and would it be difficult for you to return if you were having some problems? What has Dr. Allen recommended for follow-up care?

Any doctors that you speak with will have differing opinions on what type of surgery is best for your depending on your situation. Bottom line, you have to make the decision that is right for you based on information you have obtained and be sure that it is a choice you feel good about.

I think these are concerns best addressed by Dr. Allen and his staff. Perhaps he could recommend a plastic surgeon in your area if there were some problems that needed immediate attention.

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