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2.5 weeks post Lumpectomy and SNB
Hi just wondering if anyone can help me in regards to feeling quite sore still from the lumpectomy and there are 3 quite thick fibres/tendons running from my SNB scar down towards my nipple that real...
Hi
It's not very long since your surgery and I don't think running etc was recommended until at least 6 weeks postop by my surgeon. Not surprising you still have pain - as long as there isn't any redness and flu-like symptoms it's sounds normal and will settle. The thick fibre/tendon things are probably cording. I had it running away from from SNB down the arm a little. Might be worth getting your doctor to check..do you have an appointment soon? gentle mobilising/massage seemed to help - had a physio show me how.
Maybe swimming would be ok - my surgeon suggested the beach rather than a pool due to risk of bugs. Did you get your free postsurgical bra? the breast care nurses can arrange it...nice and soft/supportive.
hope your results have been good!
all the best with your recovery and progress :)