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Chronic Pain after Stage 4 Breast Cancer Surgery, Chemo and Radiation

Breast Cancer | Last Active: Dec 22, 2019 | Replies (16)
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@fiesty76 @trixie1313

My surgery wasn't as extensive as Trixie's (only lumpectomy and sentinel node removal), yet, the internal scars can pull and ache... not all the time, just now and then. When that first started, I was alarmed until my NP explained that it was normal for my situation. Do raise the issue with your oncologist, however, because you want the area examined and a conclusion reached.

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fiesty76 | @fiesty76 | Dec 19, 2019

Thank you for responding, Elizm. It does make sense that there are internal scars from the surgery. My pain is constant and I've just been using hot and cold paks but now, having reading more on this site, feel better equipped with more questions to ask doc and more avenues to pursue for some relief. I am so grateful for Mayo Connect, this forum and its many responsive informed members for their tips, experiences and sharing.

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