Radiation

Hi Linda, after my mastectomy I had a seroma on my chest scar that needed syringing twice a week for 6wks.I also had trouble getting my arm up after a full node clearance(which I'd had 7 yrs earlier) My physio rubbed my scar tissue with an ultrasound and that helped.I think I had radiation about 8wks after my lumpectomy and node clearance. I hate to say it,but my skin has been stuck to my chest wall ever since my mastectomy 5yrs ago. It feels like I have duck tape strapped across it.My surgeon says it's adhesions and can't do much about it.Its weird but the tight sensation improves when I'm wearing my prosthesis - something to do with pressure on the area. Talk to your team as you may need to delay radiation until your issues improve. It's a tough time but you'll improve and get through it all- best wishes,Tonya xx