Is a Persistent Hematoma After Surgery Normal?

My sister has a bruise on one of her breasts. Her surgeon told her it will probably not go away. It's been over a year since her surgery.

Omg I had hematoma a big one after lumpectomy very near underarm. I am in blood thinner that exacerbated it. Doctor had to do another surgery to fix it after 4 days if excruciating pain since the surgeon was out of town and no other physician would touch it. It got much better after the second surgery but I had lymphedema ie pain in arm and chest. I got much relief after Physical therapy sessions. Wearing a support bra and arm sleeve halos with pain.

It bothers me because I have absolutely no feeling in the area where it’s located. He wanted to do surgery right after the service surgery to remove it but at that point I’d had enough. He doesn’t want me taking blood thinners so I guess I’m stuck with it

What are side effects from hormone and blockers?

I was nauseous for 6 straight months. Now I’m dealing with joint pain. There has to be a better way

I agree because I’m going through the same thing, my doctor did say I would have to take Anastrozole for five years.

Same. End of March next year will be 1 year on Anastrozole. I haven’t been nauseous for awhile but I’m still taking Zofran. I’m afraid I’ll go back to feeling ill if I stop taking it. I’m praying things get better for you

I will do the same for you and others God Bless🫶

They put me on that pre surgery about 2 weeks ago.. I had horrible side affects. They took me off it yesterday.. Bones felt like they were going to break, couldn't keep food down.

I can’t understand how aromatase inhibitors were ever passed as a viable treatment, chemical castration and it’s horrific side effects and long term risks are just not worth taking it. I couldn’t tolerate it. I am looking into progesterone therapy as a possible solution to oppose the estrogen.

Persistent hematomas after surgery can understandably cause concern, and it sounds like your surgeon is monitoring it appropriately by checking for changes in size. Many patients do experience prolonged healing complications, and having ongoing communication with your medical team about any changes or concerns is always the right approach. Hopefully others in the community can share their experiences with post-surgical complications to help you feel less alone in this journey.