Surgery and Recovery

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Can I shower after mastectomy surgery? Recovery timeline questions

Had mastectomy yesterday very sore but going home today can shower tomorrow

Arm pain after lymph node removal - how long does it last?

I had lumpectomy on Monday. My arm where they took out lymph nodes is painful. Feels like something is pulling. Anyone else experience this and how much longer until the pain goes away

How long does pain last after lung lobectomy surgery?

I am 6 weeks post-surgery from top lobectomy right lung. Still in lots of pain. I am. Using cooling pads and heat pads 3 times daily. Unfortunately had to return to work because bills don't wait. I am using ibuprofen every 4 hours and muscle relaxer. Anyone know how long pain goes on. They had to open me up because they nicked an artery going in. Spent 15 days in hospital.

Will I need chemo after bilateral mastectomy for DCIS?

December of 2025 I was diagnosed with Ductal Carcinoma in Situ. January 28th I had a bilateral mastectomy with sentinel node biopsy. Pathology revealed micro evasive of the cancer, but my margins are good. I had eschar burns on the right side that are healing, and still some swelling. I am waiting now for the results of my MammaPrint to see if chemo is going to be needed. Taking it a day at a time and thankful it was caught so early.

When should I expect biopsy results after cancer surgery?

March 4th is my pre operation, March 12 is my biopsy surgery

What should I pack for my mastectomy hospital stay besides button-ups?

I'm having a mastectomy on Friday beside a button up clothes and mastectomy pillow what else would you recommend for an overnight stay in hospital to bring with me

Who can help with wound care after skin cancer removal surgery?

I had a squamous cell carcinoma removed from my head on Thursday. Is there someone or something that helps with wound care?

How is recovery after kidney cancer surgery at 75 years old?

I am a week and 2 days out. God sent me to a wonderful doctor who removed a 5.5cm cancer off my kidney. I am sore but that will fade. I am 75 yrs old and it has not been easy. But everyday is a blessing.

Has anyone had radiation after prostatectomy for Gleason 7?

Had a radical prostatectomy last December after a 9 on the Gleason score. Now I'm a 3 + 4 = 7. Considering radiation, anyone been here?