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Breast pain/inflammation and swelling post radiation?
Breast Cancer | Last Active: Jul 3 6:29am | Replies (25)Comment receiving replies
Hello @risagee I have to say the thought of having that much discomfort for two years was pretty awful. I agree that it can last a while though, it lasted about 6 months for me, and even now, the skin is thick and tough and not as malleable, if that makes sense. I didn’t do any massage or anything as at that time my doctors said it wouldn’t matter. Some 20 years later, I would say go for it, always worth a try right. 😁
I know I have seen others asking this same question, I went and hunted one down. @ema1 have you found any new information about this?
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No. My underarm and below looks charred and is painful. My nipple feels raw too. I wish I had a pillow for my bra, for that area. It has gotten worse (8 days after my last radiation treatment). I sure hope I won't have to deal with this for 2 years!!!!
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Thank you so much for your reply, Chris! I’m certainly hoping it won’t be two years, but there are moments when I fear my breast will feel this way forever. No one mentioned this as a possible after effect from radiation!
I so appreciate this support group, and thank you again for your kindness, Chris! I’m seeing my oncologist soon and will also hope to learn more about this.