Pain in underarm

Hi Jigsaw61

From the above I'm guessing you has sentinel node biopsy?  If so that will leave some pain as this is a very sensitive area and has been marmalised to get the nodes to test.  I had a full clearance and its still uncomfortable 14 months later so be patient.  I find that massage and doing exercise helps.

You could, if still unsure, contact your BCN to be 100% happy...

Sam

Hi Sam

Thanks for getting back to me, I feel reassured now.  What exercises do you do?

 Claire

Jigsaw61

Hi Claire

Initially I just did the ones that were provided by the BCN (they were from Breast Cancer Now charity but each hospital has their own), I did these semi-religiously (!!) for 9 months until my DIEP reconstruction in Dec last year when I started another set of arm/stomach exercises and only stopped doing them a month or so ago as my upper body strength improved and had better mobility there and could do more at the gym (upper body weight (very small!) lifting).

I find that an overhead tricep stretch (google it) works the best to relieve any discomfort, it just needs a good stretch once in a while...but, as with all things cancer (!!), you may find something else that works better for you.

Sam

Thanks Sam, I’ll start those stretches tomorrow!

Claire 

Jigsaw reading your story is a mirror image of my own story, 5 months post surgery, exact same diagnosis and treatment, I was worrying about the pain still being there too so I’m so glad I came acro your post and the reply to it, it has eased my mind and I will take on board the advise about exercise. Onwards and upwards, good luck in your journey

I would just like to say thanks for your reply to Jigsaw61 as I applies to my own journey too and appreciate your advise which I will also be following

Hi NanaK.  It’s all about the reassurance isn’t it? At the moment my pain has gone, it comes and goes but at least it doesn’t worry me now! Take care.

It is, just to find out your not alone helps greatly, I’m glad your pain has gone at the moment and hope it stays that way for you  Look after yourself