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Micmic
Its awful isn't it... one minute ok then next burning red?? Didn't realise how much of an effect it has. Oncologist said some ladies suffer for years? Great xx
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mboldy
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Aww jesus thats lovely news to hear lol.
Im a clinic now for check up since op last oct ..first of many im sure ..still dreading them one by one x
DianaFM
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Keep strong, I was over 70 when I had a mastectomy
Niki45
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Hi looking for some advice and reassurance. I’ve had a lumpectomy 17 months ago and had radiotherapy after it. Even now I’m having what feels like heartburn where I had my op sometimes a pulling or tugging sensation. I’m having a mammogram in two weeks and wondering am I caused these symptoms myself through worry Any advice please.
maddoglady
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Radiotherapy can cause side effects for years after. Surgery leaves scar tissue and not just on the surface. The effects you are feeling are probably just side effects from your treatment.
If you are having a mammogram soon mention it then the technician might get a radiologist to have a look.
I had a mastectomy 7 years ago and the skin on my chest is still tender to touch and numb in places.
Cancer is one of those unwanted gifts that just keeps giving!
Good luck with your mammogram xx
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Maddoglady!
Niki45
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Maddoglady thank you so much for the message. I think I just get anxious coming up to an appointment. Thanks again x
DianaFM
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I have had one after another chest infection, on the right side,
I had a right mastectomy in 2016, and have infection for 4 months ,
I mentioned this to Breast specialist, and was told this one of the side effects, has anyone else expeience this. It is so debilitating
Niki45
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Had my mammogram and thankfully all clear. However I’m back up in three months to do another pulmonary test as lung function dropped by 20%. I’ve scar tissue from a previous chest infection so they are keeping an eye on me. Which is great. Was a bit disappointed as my first test was 95%. May get out pounding the roads to get fitter for next one. Sorry for the rant just nice to talk about it
Davsy659
A bit sore post surgery now waiting results for next step very anxious!!!
Niki45
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The waiting is by far the hardest part. I eventually went on sleeping tablets for a while to at least get some proper sleep. Please god all will be ok for you.
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Margarita_k
Community managerGood advisor
Hello everyone,
It's been a while since you've exchanged your thoughts and experiences in this group, so I thought I'd pop in and ask how are things going.
How have you been feeling? What's new?
Have you been preparing or been in for a treatment?
Have you learned anything lately that could be of use to others?
You are more than welcome to share what you have on your mind! We are here to support and to help.
I thank each and every one of you for the support you've been showing to each other lately and I hope we will continue in the same direction!
Margarita