What to expect post surgery

Welcome to this network but sorry to hear about your bc diagnosis We all feel shocked at first- like it's a bad dream.I had no family history and lived a healthy lifestyle yet got bc twice(2003,2010).I'm fine now and the majority of women with early bc will be ok.The lumpectomy surgery is really not too bad.The under arm surgey to remove lymph nodes is probably a little more painful,especially if you have a full node clearance.I was in hospital for 3 days and went home with a drain still in.After 3 days,the pain settled down and my drain came out after a week when I saw my surgeon for my pathology results.I wore singlets/camis for a few weeks and then wore the Berlei post surgical bra(it can ordered by your bc nurse free at this network) Take button down the front pjs and a loose shirt(to wear home) with you to hospital.I could drive and was back at work after about 3 weeks.I started radiation about 7 weeks after surgery.The above info is a rough guide and obviously we are all different.The waiting and the not knowing are the hardest bits of this crap journey.During these times,it's best to keep busy.Keep blogging back here for info and support. There is always someone to chat with.Once you have surgery,get your results and have a plan,it won't beso scary.Big hug,Tonya xx