Stiffness under arm after lumpectomy
Hi everyone I just had lumpectomy on Tuesday. Doing quite well. Minimal bruising on breast. I need advice please - I've been given exercises to do from breast nurses but have stiffness under my arm. ...
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It may take a little while for the stiffness to 'lessen' @Erika888 - some discomfort/pain is quite normal ...
The underarm may be stiff/sore from the node removal. Reaching up can be painful til everything settles down again - but don't do any lifting until after you see your surgeon & they will check your range of movement and tell you what you can & can't do.
Can you contact your BC Nurse & just check in with her before pushing thru the pain (even by email/SMS?) ....
If the exercises hurt ... back off until you've spoken with her - seeing her would be even better.
Gentle massage, if it doesn't cause pain shouldn't be a problem ... but check first.
take care & all the best x
The underarm may be stiff/sore from the node removal. Reaching up can be painful til everything settles down again - but don't do any lifting until after you see your surgeon & they will check your range of movement and tell you what you can & can't do.
Can you contact your BC Nurse & just check in with her before pushing thru the pain (even by email/SMS?) ....
If the exercises hurt ... back off until you've spoken with her - seeing her would be even better.
Gentle massage, if it doesn't cause pain shouldn't be a problem ... but check first.
take care & all the best x