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6 weeks post op

Neferet
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I had a partial nephrectomy 6 weeks ago due to kidney cancer. For the past week I have been getting pain in lower back. Also stabbing pains at the incision site and tightness and pulling. I also keep getting a numb feeling in my left buttock. Has anybody else had any of these symptoms. The pain in back and numbness I’m not sure if they are to do with the operation.

  • I'm sorry about the symptoms you've been experiencing since having your operation Neferet.

    I'm not sure if you've had your follow up appoinment with your medical team yet, but if not, do be sure to mention this to them as they'll be able to examine you and let you know if this is any cause for concern.

    Fingers crossed everything is o.k but if you'd like to have a chat with one of our cancer nurses about this, you can give them a call on 0808 800 4040. Their phone lines are open Monday - Friday between 9a.m - 5p.m.

    I hope you hear back from some of our members who have encountered these issues during their recovery soon as well.

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator

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