i had a malignant Phylliodes tumour removed with mastectomy on june 4 this year, they also took lymph nodes. recovery has gone well so far but in the past 2 weeks I have been having pain along the scar. hurts to bend or roll over, its Ok while standing. Ive had an ultrasound, which shows nothing and now am on anti inflamms.
anyone else had this issue? and what was the result? thanks
(Great You tube channel to explore, Qld physio)
https://youtu.be/5NDC0_vzErk?si=zCXHIwt6SfSAYe1k
PS very normal to be sore for ages, it takes a long time to heal, inside.
If your lucky enought to have a scar therpist near you - they are amazing at helping it heal and reduce adhesions, which is what pulls it tight. ( so several ladies at our breast cancer group tell me)
https://restorescartherapy.com/location/australia
Even if your hospital doesn't have a bc nurse, you are allowed to contact one nearest you .
https://www.mcgrathfoundation.com.au/get-support/find-a-nurse/
PS mine was really sore for 3 mths, i was a wuz, but all the anxiety made it last much longer. I should have got councelling early on, its a big thing to go through. Highly suggest councelling and dialy meditation and rehab stretches. BCNA have a series of videos too to get you started on post surgery stretches to gently help the ribs and shoulders after being hunched for a few weeks. https://www.bcna.org.au/resources/articles/strengthen-your-recovery-pilates-program/
Thanks, I dont have a BCN even though I went thru the public system. I shall have to reach out to them to see if they can shed some light
So sorry to hear you are having pain issues along your scar line mgl .. do you have a Breast Care Nurse that you can chat with about it?
Sometimes that sort of pain can relate to nerve endings (that were cut during surgery) trying to 'reattach' - and can even be sore/'shock like' to the touch too. Sadly it can take a while to resolve (even months) ....
Take care & all the best with your recovery
