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Advise on pushing and pulling patients after mastectomy

Pearly59
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I had a mastectomy last year.I have been on light duty s .But now they are asking me if i could move patients in beds and wheel chairs.Does everyone think it would be ok.just dont want to irritate my scarring or do any damage.Thank you in advance. Pearl

  • Hi Pearl,

    Welcome to Cancer Chat. It's an important question and one that you'd probably be best discussing with your doctor if you can, just to ensure you're getting the best advice specific to your situation.

    If you'd like to talk to one of our nurses about this, you can reach them on 0808 800 4040 - Monday-Friday, 9-5.

    Otherwise, if anyone here has similar experience then hopefully they'll be along soon.

    Wishing you all the best,

    Ben
    Cancer Chat Moderator

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