This article discusses common myths associated with the use of external breast prostheses and the impact this misinformation may have on the quality of life of women after mastectomy. A review of ...

And while the visible changes are well-known, there’s a hidden side to mastectomy that often goes unspoken: the lasting numbness that can follow. Even after reconstruction, women can ...

They come in many sizes, shapes, and materials and vary in price. Using a lightweight prosthesis after a mastectomy decreases ...

In appropriately selected patients, the surgeon may be able to conserve some of the skin and/or nipple normally lost during a mastectomy. The choice of what surgery is best for you can be a difficult ...

It follows a discrepancy that meant some women were entitled to a higher allowance depending on where they lived ...

"After a mastectomy, you can feel disfigured ... basis while awaiting reconstructive surgery or a permanent silicon prosthetic, but many use them long term as they can be more comfortable than ...

Access to post-mastectomy and hair loss products has ... The programme has been allocated €2 million for 2025. It will include prostheses bra, breast prostheses, swimwear and wigs/hair pieces.

"Shoulder Drop" and the Myth of the Weighted Breast Prosthesis Women are told they must wear a "weighted" breast prosthesis to simulate the weight of the missing breast in order to "restore balance.