Sore chest 18 months after implant and radiation

Hey guys,

I had my breast removed and an immediate reconstruction before they found out I had invasive bc. I then went through chemo followed by radiation. Its been over 18 months now and I am still really tender on my chest all under my collar bone. I'm wondering if anyone has/had this, or should i take a visit to the DRs?

 

Sooz

  • Hello and thanks for posting,

    It is not uncommon for some patients to experience longer term effects after treatments. Sometimes tiny nerve endings/breast tissue can be damaged and take a long time to heal and improve. If you would like some feedback on this, then maybe ask your hospital breast care nurse, (if you have one), or your GP. 

    There is an online community forum on the charity Breast Cancer Now website, which you may find of interest. Other members may post their experiences. 

    forum.breastcancernow.org/

    I hope that this is helpful,

    Best wishes,

    Vanda