Groin SLNB

Hi Rower1

I had a couple of lymph nodes removed from my groin but I didn't get the same pains as you are experiencing.  I did have a small lump initially, but I think this was due to the skin overlapping slightly where I was sewn back up.  Although I did unfortunately get an infection, my leg recovered fully and I have no issues as a result of the operation.  My biopsy was done prior to removal using the "puncture technique".  Other cancer biopsies I had have taken three plus weeks 

We are all different, but in your shoes i would call my cancer nurse and ask for some advice?  

Let us know how you get on.

J

Thanks for the response. My leg just feels like the muscle is damaged. I have spoken to a nurse who checked my wound and she said this would be normal. I just thought after three weeks it would seem better but it’s not. 

I will leave it for another week and if it carries on I will speak with someone. 

I also had a lymph node removed from my groin.  Its been almost 6 weeks now and I still have numbness that stretches to my knee at times and tenderness.  Both my surgeon and my oncologist told me this is normal. I also had a large lump under the incision that my doctor drained.  Both doctors insist that everything is fine, but like you, I just can't help feeling like something's not quite right.

That’s how mine still feels. Very tender as if I’ve torn the muscle. I’m still waiting for the results!! The constant worry gets worse as time goes on!