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Mastectomy
A mastectomy is complete removal of all visible breast tissue. Different variations exist, some of which spare some or all of the skin and nipple.
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For how long does a mastectomy take?
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How long does a double mastectomy take?
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Im to have a mastectomy. What can I expect?
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Please tell me what happens after a mastectomy?
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What's it like to get a double mastectomy at once?
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