Problems post lumpectomy

Hi all,

I had a wire guided lumpectomy and sentinel node biopsy 3 weeks ago...and for the first ten days had no problems. I then started having severe nerve pain at the back of my armpit and now my breast is aching and swollen with orange peel appearance on the one side (underside of where lumpectomy was done)...update...now 3 weeks and 2 days post op and although the swollen glands under my armpit have gone down, one above my collarbone is slightly swollen along with a couple in my neck?...anyone else had this? I have to wait till next week for results...

  • Hi Saftmom. 

    Sorry to hear that you're struggling with some side effects from the biopsy. It's not unusual to have some pain and swelling but if you're concerned it's certainly worth getting it checked out. either give your nurse specialist a call or make an appointment to see your GP just to get things double checked. 

    best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator