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Diagnosed a couple months ago with IDC, multifocal,
Breast Cancer | Last Active: Sep 28, 2023 | Replies (7)Comment receiving replies
Thank you so much for your very kind and helpful reply!
Did it eliminate pain entirely, or just make it slightly less bad? Because the doctor told me I would be fine with OTC pain meds and I have the feeling docs just leave their patients in pain these days due to the addiction crisis.
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Pain wasn’t relieved entirely with ERAS, but was manageable with extra strength Tylenol. I was observed for 23 hours after surgery then sent home, so it was a same day surgery. The drains were a pain in the bum, I was given a soft stretchy camisole with drain pockets before I left the hospital.
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I had a unilateral mastectomy with temporary expanders . I had same day surgery. I did not have the extended lidocaine. I took one OxyContin/Tylenol tablet that night and switched to Rx strength Tylenol (600 mg) the next day.pain was surprisingly minimal. Also narcotics slow the healing process.
It’s more about discomfort and the dreaded drains that are awkward and need to be emptied ( you tube on this).
Seems like you have the props you will need. Bring pillow to the car… no way you can use a seat belt without it. Also… tell your support driver, as the med wears off, that every crack in the road is difficult… for a few weeks ! I used my pillow in the car and for sleeping/resting.
Make sure you walk around the house every hour or two… helps healing. Stay hydrated.
Best to you on this unwanted journey 🌸