Nipple reconstruction: is it worth it?
One of the most frequently asked questions from people who’ve had their nipple removed as part of their mastectomy is: “is nipple reconstruction worth it?”
As with all decisions around reconstruction after breast cancer surgery, this one is highly personal. I speak with Dr Matt Starr, Specialist Plastic Surgeon, to explore this topic further and talk about some of the myths about nipple reconstruction after a skin-sparing mastectomy to help you make an informed decision about whether it’s right for you.
We talk about:
Types of nipple reconstruction
When it can be done
Does it need to be done in hospital?
What affects nipple projection?
Risks of ‘failure’
Medicare funding
Dr Matt also answers questions that our community wanted me to ask him!
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