hi Blossom, I have read about getting tattoos following mastectomy but not considered it for myself. I had the lymph node clearance with the lumpectomy. My armpit has remained uncomfortable, well more just weird feeling, which I think is just from the slow to resolve numbness in that area. I also developed a cord several months post surgery so did massage and stretching and my last appointment with the lymphedema physio the cord had resolved, so that was good news. I am also going to an exercise class for women with cancer run by exercise physiologists that I am really enjoying. It has helped me feel that I am working on fitness even though I am really tired. I am struggling with yoga as it is a 90 minute class and while slow paced Iyengar it has become really challenging. I guess I am still trying to be the 'good' cancer patient and do all the right things, which my counsellor says maybe I should relax about a bit. Best of luck with your surgery. . Jenny
