Tightness and hard lumps post bilateral mastectomy

Hi, I wondered if anyone has any experience of getting rid of the tightness across the scars after a bilateral mastectomy. It feels as though there is an elastic band across my chest and down one arm (lymph node removal). Also I have areas under the skin which are rock solid and I don't know if these will go away. I am 5 weeks post op and I do the stretching exercises regularly each day. Thank you for any info!

  • Hi Whittle,

    Welcome to Cancer Chat. To be honest I'm not too sure about ways to improve the tightness, but if anyone here has similar experience or advice to share then hopefully they will be along soon - my reply here will boost your post so more people will see it.

    The only thing I can suggest is to keep following your doctor's advice (which it sounds as if you're doing, with the exercises) and to give them a call if you're concerned about anything or would like to get their thoughts.

    Our nurses are also available if you would like a chat - they can be reached on 0808 800 4040 - Monday-Friday, 9-5.

    Wishing you all the best,

    Ben
    Cancer Chat Moderator