I have breast cancer and I am having right side mastectomy booked on the 8th July but I am terrified also I have a drain in after does any one know how long that stays in after
Hi Isabela, well done for finding the best place for support and advie on BC, sorry no one has replied to you, I had a lumpectomy and my drain stayed in for 4 days but it is probably different for a mastectomy, hopefully this reply shoul get you bumped up to the top where you will hopefully get a more relevant answer. Love from Ann
Sorry you got missed it’s such a busy thread ! I had right side MX on July 4th 2019 . My story is on profile just click on my name to read if you wish .
We all react differently but for me my imagination made it far worse than the reality . My BC was correct when she said more discomfort than pain .This is because most hospitals use a nerve blocker to help
My advice would be take the painkillers when offered prevention is better than cure . Do the exercises it’s amazing how quickly you can get the arm movement back . With regards the drain it can differ mine was in fromThursday til the Tuesday . At my hospital you are given a heart shape cushion for under arm when sitting also a shoulder bag to carry drain . Remember to take button thru clothing and nightwear so you can get them on and off . A support V pillow is invaluable for comfort in bed . Please try not to worry too much I found cleaning cupboards and cooking meals to freeze was a good distraction but anything that works for you .
This is the worst time the waiting once things are happening it gets easier honest ,just concentrate on one thing at a time
Not long now then to be rid of the intruder . Keep posting so we know how you doing .Have a browse around the site at the different threads just join in when you ready you will be welcomed . Read some profiles lots of positive stories .
