The Breast Monologues

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Posted by Jodie Wilson (The Detroit News) on Mon, Jul 27, 2009 at 4:13 PM

More waiting, more decisions to be made

I made it. I am officially done having my skin stretched. I made it to 450 cc. Now I just need to pray that it is enough. It is back to the waiting game.

I do not have to return to my doctor till Sept. 2. I am actually quite excited about having six weeks off. I have been driving up to Square Lake and Woodward every Wednesday since May and I am ready to have my Wednesday mornings back.

However, now is my time to do a little research about different types of implants. After reading the comment from one blog reader, I asked my doctor about the teardrop shaped implant . He wasn't too sure about it because of the chance of movement of the implant. I guess there is the chance it could flip upside down, which would then need to be fixed surgically. I think the teardrop implant might be what I am need to have a more natural look. So my doctor is suggesting a textured teardrop implant. Has anyone used the textured implant? Does it make a difference?

I need to start talking to people and figuring out what is best for me. Because I choose to only have a right-breast mastectomy, I will always have to worry about my breasts matching. I hope it is a decision I don't come to regret. My doctor keeps reassuring me I will look fine in clothing, but I'm not sure if that is enough for me. I am hoping the textured teardrop implant is the answer to my concerns.

Please, if anyone has suggestions about my upcoming decision, I would love to hear from you.

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Jodie Wilson was 26 years old when she was diagnosed with breast cancer in October 2007. Wilson, a page designer at The Detroit News, lives in Royal Oak with her husband, Bob, and their dog, Elle.
"I love anything that is just a little bit cheesy. I'm a hopeless romantic. I have faith. I love to sing in the car. I hate olives and turkey. I hate snow slush in the winter. I love short winters. I like to decorate my house. I have lived in Michigan my whole life. I love my family."

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