Pain in armpit. Not sure if it's scar tissue or something else. What should I do?

 May had my surgery followed  by Radiotherapy. Experiencing niggly pain,, shooting pain and pain in the arm pit .  I don't know if I am feeling scar tissue and that's what causing the pain??should i book in with my Cancer Nurse??

thank you

  • Hi JoJo68 and thank you for your post. 

    I'm sorry to read that you are still experiencing pain following your treatment for breast cancer. This must be a difficult time for you.

    I don't know what may be causing the pain, but it's not unusual for nerve pain to occur as the area continues to heal.

    However ,it's always good to let your healthcare team know about your worries, as they'll know your situation best and can check if everything is healing as expected.

    Breast Cancer Now, the UK's breast cancer charity, has a page on pain after surgery on their website.

    I hope you know more soon. 

    Please get back to us if you need any more information or support.  You may find it helpful to talk things through with one of the nurses on our helpline.  The number to call is Freephone 0808 800 4040 and the lines are open from 9am till 5pm Monday to Friday.

    Kind regards,

    Tina