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Feelings about single mastectomy
Breast Cancer | Last Active: Nov 3, 2025 | Replies (45)Comment receiving replies
I had a single mastectomy 12 months ago and was fitted with a bra and prosthesis that work perfectly. The only problem I have is that my chest wall feels tight. My surgeon said it is from the 30 rounds of radiation. It is a burden. I'll start massage therapy in a couple of weeks and see if that helps. Anyone have any ideas? Thank you so much Pink Ladies. Annie
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@anniez1943 My chest wall felt tight and like a rock - hard. I started lymph PT (physical therapy) and what an improvement! The PT said by messaging the surgical area and the area around it, she was loosening adhesions and lessoning scar tissue build up and adhesion etc. The lymph PT was not originally ordered by my breast surgeon but i read about it on FB groups and asked for it. I recommend it. Best to you !