I was diagnosed 12 months ago with Her2 positive breast cancer. Had a lumpectomy and full axilla removal followed by chemo and radio (finished radio on 5th Jan 21)and now having herceptin infusions 3 weekly.
During radio I had twinges and pain which was apparently normal in my breast whilst having radio however i am in constant pain around the scar sights of the lumpectomy and axilla removal. The only way I can describe it is as though someone has punched me and both areas are painful to touch also. I do have a slight lymphedema in my arm (post lumpectomy) and wear a compression sleeve.
I'm just wondering if anyone else has experienced this? I have been taking paracetamol for the pain but it doesnt seem to ease it at all.
