Hi I had a mastectomy and tram flap reconstruction on my right side in January. They also had to remove the nipple, my stomach healed up pretty quickly but it took a while for my breast to heal. It was very firm at the start, like carrying round a brick. I kept asking when this would improve and was told it just takes time. I’m now roughly 13 weeks post op and it is slightly better but still pretty lumpy at the top. Has anyone else had a similar operation and how long did it take to soften up? Thanks Jen.
Hi Jen_3
I can't help with your question but noticed that your post hadn't had any replies yet. Responding to you will 'bump' it back to the top of the discussion list again.
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Hi, my lumpectomy scar took months to soften and it's still, 2 years on, quite lumpy. Sorry! Best wishes
Hi thanks for replying. It’s not the scar, that’s pretty smooth I’ve got a circle where they removed the nipple. It’s my actual boob which has tissue from my stomach in it. I think I’m just being impatient. Just need to stick with my lumpy boob just now.
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