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post lumpectomy
by gigi53, Nov 29, 2008 06:36PM
2 and1/2 wks after lumpectomy rt breast I have intolerable burning, stinging pain in my upper left arm NOTHING makes it better, sometimes counterpressure with a small pillow or compression sleeve helps. I can only describe it as the uncomfortable feeling after novacaine when the feeling is returning-but this never goes away. I can't stand for anything to touch the area.
. How long does this last, is there anything else I can do?? Pain meds don't seem to help.
. How long does this last, is there anything else I can do?? Pain meds don't seem to help.
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I would give it some time. I know how uncomfortable it is! It comes and goes for me. The length of time it persists is different for everyone. Ask your surgeon what he/she thinks. I found that shifting positions helps the most -- figuring out sitting, laying down, right side, left side, arm up on a pillow -- whatever works. You're right. Pain meds don't do anything for it. It is nerve pain.
Good luck! Let us know how you're doing.
Warmly,
Chris
Healingwell62
Breast Cancer Community Leader