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Diagnosed a couple months ago with IDC, multifocal,

Breast Cancer | Last Active: Sep 28, 2023 | Replies (7)
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@anjalima

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 🌸

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msandbreastcancerwarrior | @msandbreastcancerwarrior | Sep 28, 2023

Thank you so much for this kind and helpful answer! I appreciate it so so much!

I do have a nice strap on mastectomy pillow thing that will cover both breasts as both are being done, and it also provides a bit of support to the arms it looks like, so I am hoping it will work well.

The doc said I would have the super lidocaine, she said I wouldn’t feel any pain for about four days but after that there would be some mild pain but I should be okay with OTC pain meds. Don’t know if she meant a nerve block or what but she made it sound like I would be 100% numb for four days.

I do remember how walking helped me when I had my hysterectomy so I will be sure to walk every hour or so I am awake.

Thank you again so much and I wish you a long healthy life with no recurrences of the C monster!

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