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Skinnylatte
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7 years ago

Recovering from mastectomy - what should I expect?

Having single mastectomy in the morning.  Not quite sure what to expect in terms off pain levels,  recovery time (been told 3-4 days hospital,  then take another 2-3weeks off work). I know I'll have ...
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kitkatb
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7 years ago
Hi @Skinnylatte  ditto with what the others have said.  I had single Mx and found it was quite okay pain wise. I initially had lumpectomy and Aux nodes removed and found that harder than Mx due to cording.   Good luck with everything and keep up the exercises religiously. You'll be fine you've got this.   Big hugs . xo