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pain after lumpectomy
by zorrosmom, May 13, 2008 11:56PM
Lately I have noticed more sorness at the site of my sentinal node incision and my rib area. It has been 3 years since my lumpectomy for ductal cancer. All my mammograms have been clear. Can over-stretching muscles cause this problem? I'm considering getting an appointment with my cancer surgeon, whom I have not seen since my 3 month post op visit. Thanks for the info. This is a great site.
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This soreness can have several causes. First, if you are still pre-memopausal, hormonal changes can induce changes in the breast which can give rise to pain and swelling. These are most evident just before one's menses and usually subsides by the time you menstruate. Another cause is like what you have in mind, musculoskeletal problems. This could be problems with under or overstretched muscles and soft tissues in that area. Also, the incision may have damaged some sensory nerves in that area giving rise to pain even after years from surgery. I agree with your surgeon consult for a better evaluation and examination. I hope everything will turn out simple and OK. Regards and God bless.