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Breast lumpectomy and node removal op

Sandra123
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hi to anyone due to have this op

i had mine yesterday. Got there for 7:30 am. Changed into gown, dressing gown nd slippers. Had bp nd temp done met consultant, anaesthetist. Had breast marked up then radioactive injection (to help them find nodes during op- negates the need for the blue dye). 

Then the wait to go. There were 4 of us for the same op so we pulled up chairs nd sat and chatted. 

I went for op at 1:30. Woke up in resus then taken back to room (no bed in room just a chair)5:00pm. Bp and temp. Cup of tea nd toast. Approx hr later told could go home. 

I have no pain ( I am taking 2 paracetamol 4hrly). I slept well last night. I can move arm freely etc and had no problems getting dressed or moving around. 

I am waiting now for the district nurse coming to check me over. At the moment there is no bruising and very little swelling. 

All the staff were brilliant I can not fault them. 

If you too are to have this op I can honestly say it was no where near as bad as I had built it up in my mind. As always it is the waiting that is the worst. 

Good luck to those due to have this and try not to worry   

Take. Care

Sandra x

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    Hi ty for it post it has helped a lot I'm due to go in next week how long before you go back to work I have had mixed answers thanks x
  • Offline in reply to Tealie69
    I went back after two and a half weeks but only did half days for the first two weeks back.
  • Offline in reply to Sandra123
    I bought the aloe vera gel from Holland and Barrret, 99. . Something pure so OK. Cools me down a trear afterwards. I'm also using bio oil morning after shower and rhen e45 intense all over as that's what I normally use. Skin loke a lizard so I use heavy duty stuff. I understand that some hospitals provide creams, mine doesn't. I've also found a paint roller is handy for getting stuff on your back (exit for the beams and can get like the skin on your boob if it reacts badly.). Water based baby wipes for q cleqn round before you go to bed unless you hqve a bath or shower then biol oil and e45 again. Somfar So good but only two sessions so lets noy get carried away. Apologies if this os unreadable, left specs at home
  • Offline in reply to rileyroo
    Sounds like you're doing a grand job. Let's hope you don't react at all. I shall keep my fingers crossed.x My hospital - a leading cancer hospital didn't give me any creams, etc. Guess the state of nhs however they do a grand job. Not easy with all they have to deal with. Hope you enjoy your weekend ladies. I've got a raging fever so guess the sofa will be my best friend for a couple of days. Take care.x
  • Offline in reply to rileyroo

    Cheers ladies 

    I’ll get me creams nd oil in then - lay odds on they don’t give creams at mine either 

    Good go with no glasses - better than I sometimes do with mine on lol

    Bless jbains hope u feel better soon :-(  sending a virtual putting on me coat t come nd see u and give u a hug. 

    Take care me dears

    sandra x

     

     

     

     

  • Offline in reply to Jbains

    Good grief!  It never rains but pours in your life does it?  Be kind to yourself and rest. Have a little treat and sod the housework. The dust will still be there when you're up to shifting it. 

    Take care JBains. 

  • Offline in reply to rileyroo
    Thank you so much ladies. Bless you both.xx
  • Offline in reply to Sandra123
    Aveeno cream isn't half bad either! Got to rads tonight and realised I'd left my aloe in the fridge at work! Bought this stuff at the on site pharmacy, pleasantly surprised. Just another one for hour arsenal.
  • Offline in reply to rileyroo

    I've always seen bio oil advertised but never used it. I might do now. 

    Think am gonna book a massage once i feel better. At least nails are still looking fab!

    Aveeno is a very good cream. Anything without parabens is good. Antiperspirant safe to use is Bionsen roll on - you can get it at Tesco. I didn't use it during treatment but after. 

    Rileyroo bet your skin is looking amazing! 

    When's your next appt Sandra?

  • Offline in reply to Jbains

    Eee lasses I’m taking screen shots t get the names of the creams nd deodorants lol. 

    Dont know when next appt - it’s with the oncologist but waiting on letter t say when. I rang but they said if not heard in next 2 wks t ring again. 

    Wondered if it’s t allow me t heal a bit more cos just 2 wks post op at min ( feels longer don’t it).

    Omg I love a massage - that should def b on our t do lists lol

    rest up peeps- forget the should be  doings and go with the want to and fancy doings- this should b our philosophy for life now we have earned it. 

    Take care ladies x

     

     

  • Offline in reply to Sandra123

    My appointment with the oncologist was about 5-6 weeks post check up with the surgeon. The appointment with the surgeon was four weeks post op so that sounds as tho it's where they are going.

    Talk about contrary advice, I was told I could use my normal anti perspirant! 

     

     

  • Offline in reply to rileyroo
    Maybe appts are dependant on individual cases and availability. My appt with surgeon was 2 weeks post op, oncologist week after and then 6 week rad wherein had regular checks every week by rad nurse. Then oncologist 5 wèeks after I finished rad. Very conflicting advice indeed.
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  • Offline in reply to Jbains

    Hi

    that schedule would have me finished before Xmas but alas not looking that way- oh well not the worry eh.

    how u feeling today? We need u better for yr scan on Monday it’s trudging enough without being poorly too. Have you someone going with you?

    Sending hugs

    sandra x

  • Offline in reply to Sandra123

    That is a bit yuck having treatment during xmas but it is what it is. You'll soon be through it and recovering.

    I had a rough night but feel better this morning - thank you for asking.x

    Will be taking it very easy and yes trudging up to central London is my days energy used up! My daughter will be coming.  Thanks and you stay well and enjoy your weekend.x

  • Offline in reply to Jbains

    So glad u feel a bit better and your daughter is going with you ( aren’t daughter brill) :-)

    take it easy me dear. 

    Sandra x

     

     

     

  • Offline in reply to Jbains

    Have a nice day with your daughter, put a rubbish film on and veg out maybe?! Oh, and rest, your busy person, you!

  • Offline in reply to rileyroo
    Hi ladies hope you're doing ok? Rileyroo still feeling ok? Had your session today? How's the wound Sandra? Hope you're both well.
  • Offline in reply to Jbains
    Doing OK. A bit tired but hey ho. Traffic isn't much better in the morning to be honest. It's definitely busier in rt in the morning, one woman turned up very late and expected to be taken through. She was told she would have to wait for a gap. Her excuse was that she had needed to toilet! There was a lot of eye rolling both from the staff and people waiting to go for treatment! Eesh! How are you getting on, feeling any better?
  • Offline in reply to rileyroo

    I'm afraid being tired is going to be par for course now. Wow that lady should've contacted them at least. I was in the trains so tried to avoid rush hour but there's always traffic - both cars and people.

    I wear lenses all the time and I now have to wear reading glasses on top of them when reading or texting so at least there'll be less typos! 

    Has your appetite been effected at all? Make sure you rest. Talking from experience of course! Lol!

    Am better but still a bit tired. Going to exercise class ti see if that'll help. Went for scan and dr doing scan said all looked normal so that was great. Think have had more hospital appts than hot dinners this year! Horrid thing is whenever I go it brings all the emotions back of the whole ordeal. Nevermind at least its one of the best ones. Take it easy.

  • Offline in reply to Jbains

    Was kind of expecting tiredness but was hoping for a bit longer before it kicked in!

    Appetite is OK, not wanting lots of food but wanting to eat more often so trying to have things like fruit or water. Had cakes today for some one's birthday, wasn't that bothered but it was bought for me before I got to work. 

    I wear bi focal specs, couldn't handle varifocals. I'm fine with distance but hopeless close up. 

    Scan was good news, one plus at least. Know what you mean about bringing it all back, saw my original consultant in the near distance today, hands went clammy and I started to feel panicky but I guess the whole cancer experience is going to take a long time before it takes a back seat in our lives. 

  • Offline in reply to rileyroo
    You're very brave working while having treatment. I think for the dirst time in my life I actually took the time to take care of me and concentrate on only that. I find veggie and fruit combined smoothie is great ehen dont wanna eat. Jus make sure you put beetroot, spinach, turmeric root in it with whatever else you want. It is an awful feeling when it all comes back. But gotta keep going. Hope the cake was yummy!
  • Offline in reply to Jbains
    Cake was OK, wouldn't have chosen the one I got but it was a nice thought from my work colleague. Not feeling particularly sick, on tablets anyway to sort my stomach out so I can take anti inflamatories for a problem I have with my ankle. Need physio but that will have to wait until I've done with rads. One thing at a time.

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