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Is it normal to feel weird and have trouble sleeping after a lumpectomy?

DB

Community Member

a year ago

I was diagnosed with invasive duct Al carcinoma. I had a lumpectomy last Friday. I don’t have the path results yet. I am still feeling weird. I am not sleeping well and a lot of reflux. Is this normal ?

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It's completely understandable to experience these types of physical and emotional changes after surgery, especially while waiting for pathology results. Many people in this community have shared similar experiences with sleep disruption and digestive issues following their procedures. The combination of healing from surgery, medication effects, and the natural stress of this journey can all contribute to how your body is responding right now. Consider reaching out to your medical team about these symptoms, and know that this community is here to support you through this challenging time.

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BD

Community Member

7 months ago

Good evening Donna have you tried pepcid it's has done good for me.

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DC

Community Member

7 months ago

I think not sleeping is very common. Breast cancer is very stressful, and it's a lot to process. I'm more than 3 weeks post surgery and have started to sleep better most nights. It will get better.

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DB

Community Member

7 months ago

Thank you.

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CB

Community Member

7 months ago

So many changes after surgery. PE as patient as possible with yourself. Healing takes time.

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MD

Community Member

7 months ago

It took me 5 months after surgery/radiation for sleep and digestion to settle down. I agree be patient with yourself. It can get better.

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CA

Community Member

2 months ago

It's completely understandable to experience these types of physical and emotional changes after surgery, especially while waiting for pathology results. Many people in this community have shared similar experiences with sleep disruption and digestive issues following their procedures. The combination of healing from surgery, medication effects, and the natural stress of this journey can all contribute to how your body is responding right now. Consider reaching out to your medical team about these symptoms, and know that this community is here to support you through this challenging time.

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