Hi Robyn I had bilateral mastectomies, sentinel node biopsies with 2 removed each side and expanders on 30 May. I spent 10 days in hospital, last drain removed 13 days post surgery. Was told by my surgeon I could drive when I saw him on day 14. Still tender and does pull a bit when turning corners or managing roundabouts but worth it for your independence. I too hate relying on others and love my independence including my car :). My surgeon also said I shouldn't lift any more than 5kgs but could start light exercise, walking etc but no sit ups or anything that could stretch the chest area. My surgeon is quite particular and padantic so I trust his opinion and believe it to be conservative.
Good luck, hope you are doing fine now and I bet you are just relieved like I was once the surgery was over. Rest up and get well soon.
Lara x
I drove after about a week or ten days. Just slowly cruising around
.I was a bit vague from the anaestetic for a week. Maybe check with your insurance company too, I dont know if they have post op clauses.
Good luck anyway,
Ann
I drove after about a week or ten days. Just slowly cruising around
.I was a bit vague from the anaestetic for a week. Maybe check with your insurance company too, I dont know if they have post op clauses.
Good luck anyway,
Ann
HI I had bilateral mastectomies with tissue expanders on the 23rd of May, I really could of driven within a week if i had too, I asked lots of people and there apprently are no actual rules with regards to time lines, it is how you feel and that you are not restricted in you reaction times at all, like you say everyone is different but I had been told stories of not being able to drive for 4-6 weeks and stuff only to find out that is not the case.
Cheers Narelle
