Mastectomy vs. Lumpectomy

  Recently, I came across a fantastic article about choosing between having a mastectomy versus a lumpectomy for early FBC.  Making any one of the seemingly bagillion decisions that have to be made after hearing the words, “You have cancer” can be overwhelming, confusing and twinkie-eating inducing. Just kidding on that last part. Sort of.… Continue reading Mastectomy vs. Lumpectomy

Breast Cancer Pre-Surgery Care Package

Several times every week, people ask me: What can I do for my sister/mother/friend who is having a mastectomy? Enough people have asked that I thought I’d do a post on it and make suggestions for a pre-hospital care package that would be a major Silver Lining for your loved one before she goes into the hospital… Continue reading Breast Cancer Pre-Surgery Care Package