I just wanted to give a little update on here and a little tip I’ve found.
My lumpectomy was called a round block mammoplasty with sentinel node biopsy.
So I had the cut under my armpit and then a cut all the way around my nipple. It looked like the surgeon had taken it off and stitched it back on again. The results are great considering, I really can’t complain about the outcome. However… I’m terrified of anything touching it 
A few days after the op I removed my bandages but everything still looked too raw so I found some extra large bandages to put over everything.
My armpit is healing nicely now and is uncovered. My nipple though is taking a bit longer to heal and people keep telling me its because ive kept it covered up.
So! My mum had a genius idea! Ive got a sanitary towel stuck to the inside of my bra crop top 
I dont know why this makes me feel better about it being uncovered but it has. I just dont want fabric rubbing on it but the sanitary towel is ok.
Just wanted to share this as a helpful tip for anyone else worrying about it 
Also regarding pain. My arm and armit have really settled down now (day 12) although its still tender to touch but in general its fine but suddenly my nipple has woken up and its my boob thats a bit sore. All of this I think is good progress, atleast the nerve endings must all be coming back to life.
I hope everyone else is recovering well