Pain in armpit and now collar bones, shoulders and arms both sides feel sore

I had double mastectomy in 2012, didn't need any follow up treatment. Lymph nodes were clear, recently felt pain in my arm pit. Been referred to breast clinic but since seeing Dr I have pain in arms, collar bones and shoulders both sides. My mind has gone into overdrive .

  • Hi there and thanks for the post

    There can be many reasons for these symptoms so please try not to over think them for now.

    It is a positive thing that you didn't need treatment following your mastectomies all those years ago and the fact that it has been so long is also a good sign.

    You have however done the right thing in seeing your GP and hopefully you will be seen soon by the breast unit just to be on the safe side.

    Please try and keep yourself busy and your mind occupied with other things to pass the time.

    Wishing you all the best but you know where we are if you need us.

    The helpline is open weekdays 9-5 on 0800 808 4040, however we are closed this week on the 24th, 25th and 26th December and on the 1st January next week.

    Take care

    Naomi