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Has Anyone Experienced Nipple Scabbing After Lumpectomy?

ST

Community Member

a year ago

Hello my Stephanie, I'm new to this platform. I was diagnosed with breast cancer in Aug. of this year. I was wondering if anyone has experienced scabbing on the nipple after lumpectomy surgery?

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Welcome to the community! Post-surgical changes like what you're describing can understandably cause concern, and many people experience various healing responses after lumpectomy procedures. This is definitely something worth discussing with your surgical team, as they can properly evaluate what you're experiencing and provide guidance specific to your healing process. Others in the community may have similar experiences to share, and hopefully some members will chime in with their own journeys.

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MM

Community Member

6 months ago

No…but then again, my tumor was located near my pectoral muscle and my incisions were around my axila. Where are your incisions located?

IW

Community Member

6 months ago

I’m still new to everything and the surgery terms but I’m glad you are ok. How do you feel about everything. I haven’t had any surgery but I would like to do reconstructive surgery and do some clinical trials

NF

Community Member

6 months ago

Yes I Ended Up Loosing The Nipple Entirely

NF

Community Member

6 months ago

What I’ve Noticed Is That I Still Have Feeling In My Left Breast Even Though They Removed It!

IH

Community Member

6 months ago

I am 3.6 yrs from dbl mastectomy and at times I feel like I still have breasts....until I look in the mirror. I think that's "breast envy"! lol

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CA

Community Member

2 months ago

Welcome to the community! Post-surgical changes like what you're describing can understandably cause concern, and many people experience various healing responses after lumpectomy procedures. This is definitely something worth discussing with your surgical team, as they can properly evaluate what you're experiencing and provide guidance specific to your healing process. Others in the community may have similar experiences to share, and hopefully some members will chime in with their own journeys.

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