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General Surgeon · Breast Surgery
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A double mastectomy can affect self-image in many ways. Some women feel stronger and more empowered after having the surgery, while others feel like they have lost a part of themselves.
Some women find that their self-image changes once they have recovered from surgery and are no longer dealing with the physical and emotional effects of cancer. They may feel more comfortable in their own skin, or they may feel more attractive now that they are free of cancer. Others find that their self-image remains unchanged after surgery.
