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Experiencing New Pain After Lumpectomy: Cause for Concern?

KG

Community Member

2 years ago

Hello, I had a lumpectomy a month ago. My diagnosis was invasive carcinoma of the right breast with ductal and lobular features grade 3 tumor, 1.7mm, ER+ at 99%, PR+ at 80%, HER2- and ki-67 at 90%, no lymph node involvement but they did remove 2. At surgery the surgeon found an additional smaller tumor at 3mm behind the main one. She also found 3 separate areas with DCIS insitu I think is what they call it. And several areas with micro calcifications. I had nearly every scan available with contrast. None of them saw any of it except the main one. They were able to remove all of it and have clear margins. The Onco test came back at 40 so chemo is recommended. I am assuming that's high because I haven't seen anyone else say this was that much. Last night I started having pain in my hips/pelvic area. Like a deep dull ache, it's hard to say if it's my bones or muscles. I'm scared that it has spread. Even though they said they got it all. There is nothing I did to cause the pain I'm feeling and it has lasted all night and day. I have never felt it before either. I am scared, I was hoping to be done soon. Pray for me.

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New pain after surgery can understandably cause worry, and it's completely natural to feel concerned about any changes in how you're feeling during recovery. While new aches and pains can have many different causes - from changes in activity, posture, or even stress - it's always important to reach out to your medical team when something doesn't feel right. Your healthcare providers know your specific situation best and can properly evaluate any new symptoms to give you the guidance and peace of mind you deserve.

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CD

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6 months ago

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LC

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6 months ago

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ME

Community Member

6 months ago

Oh my gosh Kathryn, how are things going now? The DCIS is good. That means it hasn't spread out into other areas. Let's me/ is know how you are doing if your are up to it.

TE

Community Member

6 months ago

Sending prayers and hugs 🩷🩷

MK

Community Member

6 months ago

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KL

Community Member

6 months ago

That’s great news

JN

Community Member

6 months ago

Certainly praying God heals your body completely and no cancer has spread.

MK

Community Member

6 months ago

πŸ™πŸΌπŸ™πŸΌ, keeping you in my prayers πŸ™πŸΌπŸ™πŸΌ

GE

Community Member

6 months ago

Praying all is ok. Please let us know!

KP

Community Member

6 months ago

Praying as well.

JB

Community Member

6 months ago

Sending healing prayers

KE

Community Member

6 months ago

Sending you positive thoughts and prayers

KE

Community Member

6 months ago

Kathryn Can you tell me your treatment plan? How are they going to manage the high Ki67 score.

CA

Community Member

2 months ago

New pain after surgery can understandably cause worry, and it's completely natural to feel concerned about any changes in how you're feeling during recovery. While new aches and pains can have many different causes - from changes in activity, posture, or even stress - it's always important to reach out to your medical team when something doesn't feel right. Your healthcare providers know your specific situation best and can properly evaluate any new symptoms to give you the guidance and peace of mind you deserve.

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