Expander Pain

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gardengypsy
gardengypsy Member Posts: 769
edited January 2016 in Breast Reconstruction

I am 4 weeks out from mastectomy and immediate reconstruction w/ an expander. I have not yet had a fill. I am taking Ibuprofen around the clock and Gabapentrin at night. Iam thinking about trying Aleve.

The pain is all around the mastectomy site. VERY sensitive.

Is it too early to expect that the pain should be subsiding? I don't know whether to push the range of motion exercises harder or rest it more.

Any similar experiences out there? How did you do with your expander?

Replies very appreciated!

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  • gardengypsy
    gardengypsy Member Posts: 769
    edited January 2016

    really need some support from the Warriors who've had an expander: I am 4 weeks out from mastectomy and immediate reconstruction w/ an expander. I have not yet had a fill. I am taking Ibuprofen around the clock and Gabapentrin at night. I am thinking about trying Aleve.

    The pain is all around the mastectomy site and it's VERY sensitive. It's been a month and I cannot drive yet.

    Is it too early to expect that the pain should be subsiding? I don't know whether to push the range of motion exercises harder or rest it more.

    Any similar experiences out there? How did you do with your expander?

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