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Post lumpectomy question
by txgrl01, Jul 18, 2007 12:00AM
I had a Lumpectomy just over 2 weeks ago for biopsy, will have a simple mastectomy on August 3 with sentinal node removal after IDC diagnosis in my RIGHT breast.
2 days ago I started experiencing discomfort in my LEFT breast radiating from the underside of the breast to the nipple. My surgery site is nowhere close to the area I am experiencing discomfort.
Is it normal referred pain or something that I should bring to the surgeon's attention? My surgeon is on vacation until July 30th so I'm conflicted about explaining this to someone on call.
2 days ago I started experiencing discomfort in my LEFT breast radiating from the underside of the breast to the nipple. My surgery site is nowhere close to the area I am experiencing discomfort.
Is it normal referred pain or something that I should bring to the surgeon's attention? My surgeon is on vacation until July 30th so I'm conflicted about explaining this to someone on call.
Doctor's Answer
by Cleveland Clinic, Jul 18, 2007 12:00AM
, Jul 18, 2007 12:00AM
Dear txgrl01: Without evaluation, it is not possible to know whether the pain in your left breast could be related to the surgery on your right breast. Certainly, there are many causes of breast discomfort. If the pain does not improve or if you are concerned, you should discuss this with your doctor.
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