Hi
i had lumpectomy and sentinel lymph node surgery 11 days ago.
Dressings we’re removed 3 days ago and go back for results on Friday.
my armpit where the scar is has lumps and is so painful is this normal
Thank you in advance for any advice,
Thank you so much
I’m doing ok thanks hope you are too
Good to hear that . I am fine thank you .
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Hi Lilac moon
The lumps are probably scar tissue and it's quite normal for it to be painful. If it's still quite painful on Friday mention it to your surgeon and they will probably give you a prescription for painkillers.
Best of luck with your appointment on Friday.
Best wishes
Daisy53
Thank you so much Daisy, I will show them on Friday
Take care
I had the same surgery - mine was 11 March. I was quite comfortable until the dressings came off, but then I started to get more and more sore. I had shingles a couple of years ago, and this feels very similar. The skin all around my armpit, and along the side of my breast feels like someone went over it with a cheese grater :( There's nothing to see on the skin apart from the scars. I saw the surgeon yesterday for my follow-up and he was happy with how it's healing and said the tenderness should resolve itself, although he didn't specify a time. I'm hoping it's sooner rather then later!
Hi
thank you, Yes mine was as soon as the dressings were taken off too. Felt like a burning sensation.
I’m seeing the Surgeon today for my results and treatment plan, hoping he’s got some good news
Take care
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