Reconstruction Surgery Problems

Hi Sue, I had a bilateral mastectomy with reconstruction in June 2014. I had ADM grafts and silicone implants.  I am also on Tamoxifen therapy.  I have had similar symptoms which have seemed to settled a little with time.  I originally had to do a lot of lymphatic massage and drainage for the first few months (probs 6months in total, every morning and night).  I was getting a lot of tightness, swelling and warmth and the lymphatic drainage seem to give relief. I now only do this on an as needed basis.  I still get tightness and some warmth mainly when I exert myself and push the upper body a bit too hard.  We have discovered that I am having side effects from the Tamoxifen, but cannot stop the treatment, I am making adjustments to these and listening to my body.  One thing I can recommend is that never be afraid to ask or get a second opinion, as this is your journey and you should feel confident and reassured in the journey. This group is a great way to connect and obtain reassurance and advice.

xx Deb