Breast cancer is a malignant disease originating from breast tissue, most commonly from the inner lining of milk ducts or the lobules that supply the ducts with milk. Breast cancer does not only affect the female but also the male. Mastectomy is the single largest benefit that alone being capable of producing a cure in many cases. Mastectomy is the surgical removal of the whole breast to get rid of the breast cancer. Because of that, there are some aspects that affect mastectomy to the patients. One of which is the emotional stress brought about by the impaired body image. The experience and the loss of the breasts as well make it very difficult for her to adjust to her new body and that makes her feel not confident anymore. To some, not having been adjusted to their situation is most likely to experience depression which we don’t want to happen to anyone. But when breast reconstruction was introduced by surgeons, a feeling of hope to those breast cancer survivors began to build. The reconstructive breast surgery restores and reshapes the breasts’ normal size, shape and appearance and, it is usually performed after a mastectomy. As results, the patient’s breasts will match their body frame and are in harmony with their overall look. The reconstruction of breast is essential to breast cancer survivors to be able for them to cope with their emotional stress brought about by the loss of their breasts. Because of it, the breast cancer survivors will be able to bring back their confidence again and come out to the public without the feeling of self-conscious.

There are certain after breast reconstruction doctor’s instructions and guidelines to follow provided by the medical staff. Following of these instructions can assure the patients smooth and easy recovery.