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Breast Radiation: I feel very tight in rib area, anyone else?

Posted by sharon44r @sharon44r, Nov 19, 2024

I’m on my 11 treatment of breast radiation and I feel very tight in rib area. Rib area feels sore under breast. Anyone else have that? I read radiation can cause rib fractures. I will tell my dr today. I think if my breast weren’t large and moving it might not hurt as much

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sharon44r | @sharon44r | Feb 9 6:22am
In reply to @cedar75 "I would say it started 6 weeks afterward and kept progressing for another six weeks. It..." + (show)
@cedar75

I would say it started 6 weeks afterward and kept progressing for another six weeks. It became much worse. Unfortunately it took many weeks before I was able to schedule physical therapy. I had MRI actually and not CT. I also ended up with reflux. I think radiation oncologists should discuss all of the effects of radiation. The skin issues are real but not the only effects. Everyone seems to focus on the skin and not the other organs that might be affected. Although I tolerate the pain and aches, it does constantly remind me that I have breast cancer. I continue to be mobile and am grateful that I am still alive.

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I agree with you . At the moment 2 months after radiation I am a bit sore where my incision was,, The incision seems to have almost burnt itself away.
With all I read on here I am so afraid of the fibrosis and trouble with ribs and my lungs.
So far I just get on and of stabbing pains once a few times a week and sometimes my rib is sensitive. Just praying it doesn’t bloom. Only thing my dr told me is about the soreness and possibly swelling in arm, I mentioned fibrosis to him and his nurse, and they told me I research too much. They told me the true beam is very precise, and it’s very rare to have others issues.
I believe every thing I read on this site. I’m thankful to come here and hear the truth. I’m sure people without issues don’t bother looking for these sites.
Good luck, and thank you for the response…. And 🙏🙏 for us all to feel better!

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tapgirl | @tapgirl | Feb 9 12:44pm

Please visit website: http://www.ComfortSlings.com. The ComfortSlings products are designed to protect the sore areas beneath large breasts, whether from radiation or other causes, including intertrigo. They elevate the breasts and prevent painful skin-to-skin rubbing and movement.

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ginny100 | @ginny100 | Feb 11 4:03am

Hi all, I am considering starting on Palbociclib CDK 4/6 inhibitor together with an anti aromatise like Letrozol. What has anyone’s experience been with these drugs? I am concerened about my bones, jawbones and hair. How did you feel on these drugs and what positive effects did they have? Did they shrink your cancer? Would be very grateful for your responses🙏

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sue417 | @sue417 | Feb 13 5:30pm
In reply to @ginny100 "Thanks for your response 🙏 . I also have nerve damage, Ulna Nerve, causing numbness and..." + (show)
@ginny100

Thanks for your response 🙏 . I also have nerve damage, Ulna Nerve, causing numbness and loss of sensation in my hand , little and ring fingers.
I find it all very disappointing as I was told by radio onc. it is very precise and will only focus on the cancer in my skin and would not affect my lung. Also some of my nails,3, became “dead” flaking, buckling and breaking. They are now, nearly a year later almost back to normal.
I am very concerned about starting on AI as the side effects seem so bad. I think I am leaning towards Tamoxifen as they say it doesn’t affect osteoporosis??? So difficult to make these decisions. I also have a husband with dementia who is worse than no help😱. Sorry about the complaints, I am having a bad day! Wishing you all the best🙏🙏

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Ho
I have ulnar nerve damage . I had laser treatments for a yr and it healed. That was by my chiropractor that was 20 yes ago

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ginny100 | @ginny100 | Feb 13 6:28pm
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@sue417

Ho
I have ulnar nerve damage . I had laser treatments for a yr and it healed. That was by my chiropractor that was 20 yes ago

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Hi Sue417, I just want to check I understand you correctly. Your chiropractor healed your ulnar nerve damage with laser treatment?? How did your ulnar nerve damage affect you? It would be just wonderful if laser treatment is a solution 🙏😀

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sue417 | @sue417 | Feb 13 9:03pm
In reply to @ginny100 "Hi Sue417, I just want to check I understand you correctly. Your chiropractor healed your ulnar..." + (show)
@ginny100

Hi Sue417, I just want to check I understand you correctly. Your chiropractor healed your ulnar nerve damage with laser treatment?? How did your ulnar nerve damage affect you? It would be just wonderful if laser treatment is a solution 🙏😀

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Hi
The nerve was severely damaged from Repetitive work keyboarding. I had to see a specialist upper limb clinic and They did injections but they didn't really do much. My chiropractor at the time was the only one with this certain laser It was approved by my specialist to do it. So I went twice a week. I had Severe pain constantly it was horrible , I wore an air cast. I did not think the pain would ever end but it did. That was 20 yrs ago

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sharon44r | @sharon44r | Apr 30 3:38pm
In reply to @ginny100 "Well done Sharon, that bit is over!🙏😃. After my radiation I treated my skin several times..." + (show)
@ginny100

Well done Sharon, that bit is over!🙏😃. After my radiation I treated my skin several times a day with moisturiser , brand recommended by radiation nurse, Dermaveen, and a zinc cream, Sudocream. It has kept my skin well and intact. Wishing you a full and speedy recovery.🙏🤗🤗.
Went to physio yesterday and the young lady treating me is excellent. I feel great after a session but unfortunately the fibroses scarring retracts again after a little while, so a constant stretching regime is required. She noticed I am getting some oedema in my upper arm. She said this is not uncommon long after the radiation is over.!!☹️

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I remember replying to you months ago.
I now feel after 4 months after radiation I have fibrosis. Pain in my breast, tightness around whole Brest and rib cage. Doing stretching exercises. I 🙏 it doesn’t get worse. Seeing doctor in a week, but I know there is no cure just stretching. My dr told me before radiation that fibrosis was rare with the new techniques. After reading about you and other …then me, I realize its not so rare.
Unless there are thousand just telling bad experiences. I guess when we go to these sites , it’s because we have issues.
Hope you are doing well. Not a happy camper😫

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ginny100 | @ginny100 | Apr 30 8:53pm

Hi Sharon, Yes I know how you feel. I have also been very angry and upset about not being told the whole truth about radiation!!! It really seems a crazy thing to do!!! I can maybe offer some comfort in letting you know that my fibrosis has improved somewhat with the help of a wonderful breast cancer physiotherapist. My main issue now is the numbness and weakness in part of my hand, which no-one so far has been able to explain or help me with!?!? Soldier On!!! :(. Wishing you all the Best 🙂

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