Mastectomy

I had a mastectomy on Wednesday and by day 2 I was in absolute agony but the pain appeared to not be around the breast or under the arm more on the wall of my chest. It was decided it was the drain causing the problem. First they tried to move it then eventually turned the suction off and the relief... I still have the drain in but with the suction off I just wanted to know if anyone had the same problem  Thanks

Nikki

  • I think quite a few members have had issues with their drains so hopefully some of them will be along soon to share their advice and experiences with you but if you'd like to talk things through with one of our cancer nurses you can give them a call on 0808 800 4040. Their phone lines are open Monday - Friday between 9a.m - 5p.m.

    I hope the rest of your recovery is pain free from here on out Niknik.

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator