Radiation question

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Bock
Bock Member Posts: 9
edited August 2016 in Just Diagnosed

Hi. I'm in the middle of testing and waiting on surgery. I have IDC in left breast. I am leaning towards lumpectomy, but my Dr said mastectomy with reconstruction could also be an option. My cancer is directly behind the nipple and areola, so we know that I will lose the whole nipple. I haven't seen a RO yet and I forgot to ask my surgeon a question that I think you all could possibly help with. My daughter is expecting a baby in a few months and wants me in the room when she delivers. My question is, is it OK to be around newborns and/or elderly people while taking radiation? This (along with more testing) will help me to make my surgery choice. Thanks for any input.

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  • BrooksideVT
    BrooksideVT Member Posts: 2,211
    edited August 2016

    Yes, it'll be just fine. The radiation passes right through your body.

    With a lumpectomy plus rads, you'll be far less likely to have ouchy spots on that breast when it's baby holding/lifting/cuddling time.


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