[ Post a Response | Surgery / Reconstruction Board ]
Posted by Carol7403 on 10/27/2008, 1:02 pm, in reply to "discomfort post-mastectomy"
76.172.30.188
I've had a mast two different times, and haven't had recon yet. Both times it seemed like it took close to a year for the pain and stiffness and swelling to totally normalize. I would really recommend asking for a referral to a physical theraist now. They'll measure your arm and give you some official lymph drainage massage instructions, even if you're not having lymphedema now, this well help prevent it. I do this every morning and it seems to so far keep the swelling in check. As far as the pain and stiffness go, it seems like you're doing the right things already, but the therapist can help with that too. I don't think you have anything to panic about, but I definitely would go and get some help and advice.
Responses: