I do believe they made me gain weight but it could also have been the lack of physical activity due to the op. Although the benefits far out weighed the gain. I did stop them after a few months and the burning returned slightly but nothing in comparison and soon subsided. Now I am pain and pill free. They can be quite expensive especially if you don't have private health cover. My lovely GP would give me the samples she would get from sales reps so I only ever paid for them once. My surgeon also said gently massaging the area can help with the healing and burning sensation. All the best Lara xx
Hi Breeda I had bilateral mastectomies and sentinel node biopsies in May 2012 and as a result of all of the nerve damage suffered severe burning sensations under both arms and down both sides. I had a fantastic breast care nurse who recommended I mention these symptons to my GP as there was a medication that could be taken. Hence I did and was given Lyrica which is normally used for epilepsy. These tablets eased those symptoms and made my recovery so much more comfortable. Not sure if what you are feeling is the same but maybe mention them to your Breast care nurse or GP and see if you can get some relief too. All the best Lara xx
