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48 hours after lumpectomy and feeling alot better than I expected. Was concerned about a punching pain at the back of my armpit but when getting ready for my first shower in days I dared to look in a mirror. Bloody hell I have a wound right across my armpit. Funny how it's easier to cope with pain when you know there is a reason. So I let "Thelma and Louise" free from my bra for a shower and "Louise" let out a cry in protest. Never thought I would ever be excited to get a bra on!3
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The bloody biopsy was one of the most painful things in my BC experience. I'm glad I didn't know before going in. Ouch!0
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Yes, one of them! The anaesthetic hadn't quite taken in the whole area that they were taking the tissue from and the last one I felt (and then they peeled me off the ceiling).0
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@TabooGal hope u r feeling a little less sore today. I didn’t have that procedure done - straight to the surgeries for me but sounds very painful xoxo0
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@Kiwi Angel it does sound sore. I just took some panadol to take the edge off. Trying not to rely on endone too much. I don't know why. As my daughter keeps saying. "Mum, you don't have to be in pain". Having 26jj boobs I don't think I will be doing an Irish jig anytime soon but these new bras have Thelma and Louise snug as a bug.0
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@TabooGal you definately do not want Thelma and Louise bouncing around at all. Can u take nurofen. Just remember with the endone it can block u up abit but definitely don’t suffer if I don’t have to. Big hugs xoxo0
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@Kiwi Angel I'll give nurofen a go too. I never know when to use what. Might head out later and grab a couple of boxes. My daughter heads back to Melb today. But I have a work friend dropping in to visit this arvo. Might get her to grab a couple of boxes on the way over. Hope you have a good day. Going to take advantage of the dog next door not barking to get some more zzzz's1
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@TabooGal
So glad you are feeling a bit better now - tho that ache/pain under the arm can take a while to go away - and my underarm is still numb now, over 4 months later!
That is wonderful that your kids have been such a great support for you.
Keep the pain meds up for a couple more days at least, even more - take them religiously every 4-6hrs ..... don't wait to let the pain 'kick in' or it takes much longer to control again! It is better to keep the meds 'level' rather than having 'highs & lows'. Maybe take the endone just at night for a while - as it will give you a deeper pain control & also help you sleep. It shouldn't clog you up if just taking the one a day.
The anaesthetic will take a few days to get out of your system - so snooze as much as you want - it is good for you too.
I had the odd really sharp pain in behind my armpit - a real stabbing pain - short & sharp - which is also quite normal. It didn't happen often, but took my breath away when it happened!
Don't forget the small pillow to support your arm - particularly once you are able to sleep on your side again .... it keeps your arm level with your body - and is much more comfy & less painful.
All the best - thinking of you xxx
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WOW! I can see a lot of people contacting you now re beating the form filling system!! LOL I still haven't lodged my IPTASS forms from Jan-Few yet! I must do it soon!1 -
@TabooGal - definately get as much rest as you need too. I have learnt to listen to my body through all this and give it what it wants. xoxo1
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@arpie talking about the pillow, my Breast Care Nurse popped in whilst I was waiting for surgery on Tuesday with a goodies bag put together by local BC support group with funding from Rotary. Lo and behold this pillow was with it. It has been my saving grace when sleeping. I hook it over my shoulder so it moves with me ( which isn't much with the endone) its soft and satin and had to have been designed by a pink warrior as it's perfect. 3 days since surgery. Boob is black above dressing and wound under armpit hurts more than boob. Hope you are doing well. Xxx
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@TabooGal that’s the same as mine except mine was pink - it was a godsend for me too after surgery. Slept with it over my shoulder/under my armpit and when I started driving again wore it the same way but out it in between the seatbelt and my mastectomy area. The armpit pain is definately the worst. Xoxox0
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@Kiwi Angel I'll definately take it with me for the car. I haven't driven yet but with my daughter going home I will have to brave it. *big hugs*0
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My breastcare nurse said to me u are ready to drive when u think I can handle it if u had to stop suddenly and the seatbelt dug into u @TabooGal.0
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Driving tomorrow for the first time in over four weeks. My Zonta cushion (small floral pattern) will be with me. Probably over my abdomen.1
