Progress report
Hello to all the lovely people in the network. I now have my surgery date (Tuesday September 2nd) for my mastectomy. It is with very mixed emotions I am going through whilst I wait out the next 2 w...
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Hello Heather (Little Black Duck)
Good to hear that you now have some timelines. The waiting time really is the worst so try not to dwell on things too much - as ladies say, take each step as it comes.
The injection is bearable - they will no doubt tell you that "it is like a bee sting" - but just imagine and big bee and you will not get a surprise. We have all survived it so please don't worry about it. Besides, it may not hurt you at all, just depends where they have to pop it.
Don't get too tied up about the amount of time off work as everyone is different and their jobs are different. Plan on a couple of weeks as you don't know how you will feel (physically and emotionally) and if you will sent home with any drains in place. If you don't need to do any heavy or high lifting you will no doubt be OK as soon as your surgeon gives you clearance.
Oh, do you drive to work ? That may be an issue as it is illegal to drive following a mastectomy until your surgeon gives clearance, this may be a few weeks. Do you have the little curved underarm pillow to assist with comfort ? If not, ask your breast care nurse or at the hospital - you will need it when coming home as a passenger !
Thanks for your update. Personal message me if you want someone to talk to.
Hugs Summer :-)