Healing After a Breast Procedure, Explained Posted on February 9, 2024 By Dr. Heather Halpin Richardson Everyone is in a hurry to heal after surgery, but at what point is your body actually “healed?” Many people consider their wounds healed within 12 weeks. After this period, there is less concern for infection or re-opening of the wound, so you’re out of the woods. However, the healing process continues, and it’s a … Read More
Breast Conserving Surgery: Answers to Your Top 5 Questions Posted on June 20, 2023 By Bedford Breast Center With advancements in medical technology and surgical techniques, more breast cancer treatment options are available than ever before. One such option is breast conserving surgery, which removes the cancerous tissue while preserving as much of the breast as possible. This procedure is an option for some breast cancers however, a mastectomy may still be necessary … Read More