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Scalena
11 years agoMember
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 ...
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Anonymous
11 years agoNot applicable
Hi Scalena, the numbness is common after the type of surgery that you have had. Just take it gently and do he exercises that the physio gives you. Just remember that all that area has been traumatised and needs time to heal. I found that ice packed helped to reduce the inflammation and the pain, and by doing the physio exercises daily it reduces the fluid build up in the arm. Take care, Tracey B ??
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