2nd surgery in 2 weeks
Have had 2nd lot of surgery in two weeks on Friday. First was breast conservation lump removal and sentinel nodes. Then there was bit more left behind and axillary nodes to be removed. Three days on and after the "surgery-over", experiencing some pain in the arm, like its numb up the centre of the length. I'm on panadol osteo and Celebrex. I am stretching my arm gently which seems to ease the numbness. From what I read, this seems fairly common, any hints on what to, what not to do? I believe physio is really important and have done hand clenching/releasing, and elbow bending as advised. I also got very emotional last night at the hospital and had a bit of a cry myself to sleep time, I think I am OK, just normal expression of feeling overwhelmed. Just got home today with drain in. Really just wanted to express what's happening in a safe place.