Category Archives: Nipple reconstruction

September 23-25, 2016: Why Nipple Reconstruction?

Posted on September 26, 2016 by courage2conquercancer

No breasts. No areoles. No nipples. A flat chest. Long, red scars. Loose skin. Tears. Fears. Brokenness. This was the beginning not the end.    Two years later, I can look at myself naked in front of a mirror and … Continue reading →

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May 9, 2016: Complications, Healing & Looking Forward

Posted on May 9, 2016 by courage2conquercancer

It’s been two weeks since my last surgery, and I’m healing but not without a small bit of complication. Some swelling caused one of my stitches to pop open prematurely. In most instances, this probably wouldn’t be that big of … Continue reading →

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May 3, 2016: A Week Later

Posted on May 3, 2016 by courage2conquercancer

It’s been just over a week since I had nipple reconstruction surgery.    Here are some talking points:   *I can see again. My vision doesn’t seem to be blurry anymore. Yay! *My left side looks like I’ve been kicked … Continue reading →

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April 25, 2016: Nipple Reconstruction Surgery

Posted on April 26, 2016 by courage2conquercancer

I guess everyone is much more comfortable talking about a woman’s boobs being reconstructed than they are her nipples. Or maybe it just isn’t as common of a practice. Or maybe women just are tired at this point and elect … Continue reading →

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