Breast Pain

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Hi, I had a left breast lumpectomy and sentinel node biopsy on 12th July but had to have further surgery on 29th July because the tumour had grown and there wasn't a clear enough margin taken -they also removed a large haematoma as well. I am doing ok and my breast is actually more comfortable after the second op, what I wanted to ask about was breast pain. 

I am getting shooting breast pains - is that normal? Is it the nerve paths kitting back together perhaps? Also, I was walking my dog a couple of days ago and she's very good on the lead, but a squirrel ran across our path and she tried to chase it and pulled me and at that moment I had the lead in my left hand, since then the pains have got much worse and just about stop me in my tracks! Has it caused some internal damage? Will it settle down or should I get it checked out? and if so who with? (cant get an appointment with my GP for 3 weeks) 

Do hope you can give me some advice and reassurance 

PS I did try searching if anyone else had reported this but couldn't find anything and there isn't a search facility in your area 

Many thanks  

  • Dear SueJam

     

    Thank you for getting in touch and welcome to the online community.

    My name is Sharon and I am one of the cancer information specialist nurses.

     

    I can see that you have joined the breast cancer forum and I hope you find that helpful.

     

    It is good to read that you are doing well after your second breast surgery. Some pain after surgery might be expected which can include numbness and tingling

     

    Whilst some pain and discomfort might be expected it sounds like your pain has got worse since the incident that happened with your dog. It is really difficult to know if this has caused any problems or damage and it is best if you get one of your hospital team to assess you. We would always say that any pain that is getting worse should be reported and assessed so that you can make sure you are getting the right treatment. Your breast care team will be able to assess this and give you some advice. We would advise that you do this straightaway and do not wait to see if it will settle. You might not be able to speak to them today, but if not then give them a call in the morning. The breast care team are there to support you with any problems or concerns that you have. Also, your GP surgery should be able to offer you an “on the day” appointment if it is needed so that is also an option for you, rather than waiting for weeks, but you may need to ring as soon as the surgery opens for these appointments.

     

    You might also need some help with getting the right painkillers while this settles down and your breast care team or GP can advise on this too.

     

    I hope that your team are able to give you some peace of mind and help you manage your pain.

     

    Take care and best wishes

     

    Sharon C - cancer information specialist nurse.

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