{"product_id":"breast-prosthesis-reconstruction-pdf-download","title":"Breast Prosthesis \u0026 Reconstruction (PDF Download)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis booklet is for women who have had, or are considering having, a partial or complete removal of one or both breasts (mastectomy). The surgery may have been because of cancer or to prevent cancer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor many women, breasts symbolise femininity, nursing a baby and sexual attractiveness. Losing part or all of a breast may affect your body image or confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore or after a mastectomy you may think about whether, and how, to restore your breast shape. You may consider a breast prosthesis or a breast reconstruction. A prosthesis is a synthetic breast worn inside a bra. It is also called a breast form. A reconstruction is a surgical procedure used to create a new breast shape using your own tissue and skin or using an implant as well as your own tissue and skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe hope this booklet will help you understand both options. It also includes information on the possible benefits and drawbacks, which may be helpful in your decision-making process.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CCQ-National-Resources","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":33035543052311,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2480\/7738\/files\/Breast-Prostheses-and-Reconstruction-2023_Page_01_a4194b13-119d-4df7-b507-51b5d56a095b.jpg?v=1790811122","url":"https:\/\/resources.cancerqld.org.au\/products\/breast-prosthesis-reconstruction-pdf-download","provider":"Cancer Council Queensland Resources","version":"1.0","type":"link"}