I had a bilateral mastectomy in April 2016. I was diagnosed with triple positive IDC and had six months of chemo prior to surgery, and was still on Herceptin until the November of that year. I have a number of other substantial medical issues which contributed to a massive bleed the night of surgery. Back to theatre to stop the bleeding. Nine units of blood and eleven days in ICU followed and then on the general surgical ward for a further fortnight. If I had not had these other issues, I am sure all would have proceeded without this complication. I was up to the loo and showering, (protecting my chest) from the second day of the second surgery without problems. I couldn't dry my back and lower legs for a few days, and the nurse helped me with this. No infections, thank the Cosmic Clowns! I had four drains to start with, then two, then the final two out on day five.My recovery after this major speed bump went smoothly, but had husband helping with jobs such as vacuuming and washing on and off the line. Did have a seroma forming on the left side which was drained twice without further issues. Am still flat and fabulous and only wear my false titties when going out, and if I can be bothered.
