Day 1 post Mastectomy - feeling good

Hi,

I haven’t posted before. I was diagnosed early May with grade 2 invasive ductal carcinoma, oestrogen positive. 
since diagnosis I have thought about nothing else 24/7.I have cried so much, mainly in private as it’s been a secret from our children till this week as they have all been taking exams. 
My mri showed a satellite suspicious lump, it would need another biopsy if I wanted a lumpectomy, I was so worried about the delay and as I have small breasts I didn’t think it was worth trying to conserve my breast tissue so I chose a mastectomy.

i was very nervous and anxious and so I wanted to say just how kind and lovely everyone was. When I woke up in recovery I felt so good. I had apparently got a low temperature so I was all wrapped up in blankets, even one around my head and I felt so snuggly. I remember telling everyone repeatedly how happy I felt. They then wheeled me back to the day surgery ward where I drank 1 mug of coffee, followed by 2 cups of tea, toast and 2 packets of biscuits. The surgeon, Anaesthetist, the nurse who held my hand whilst I fell asleep all came round to see me. I was just so happy. A couple of hours later I went home. I wished I’d worn comfy joggers but I didn’t own any, my jeans waist band felt tight, I was a little queasy sitting up. The ward loaned me a wheel chair for me to take to the car. I was glad they gave me a sick bucket as I was a sick whilst waiting for my husband to go get the car. Worth noting how you feel lying down is not how you might feel sitting up!

This morning ( the day after) I have woken up feeling genuinely happy and the painkillers are working. I know it’s a rollercoaster and I still have to wait for the results of my lymph node biopsy on 1st July which I am dreading but I wanted to write this post for people waiting for surgery to try and calm some nerves. I am wishing the best for everyone on this forum. Big hugs to you all.