UNBEARABLE CHEST TIGHTNESS AFTER MASTECTOMY

Hello everyone. I am a new member.

 

Please can anybody help me?

 

My single mastectomy operation was in 2008. However, instead of improving with time the unbearable chest tightness seems to be getting worse triggering rampant Tourettes Syndrome.

 

 I am hysterical and depressed and I don’t know what to do.

 

I can only find relief by putting constant pressure on my chest, so I cannot wear my prostesis as it is too light and my home-made devices are ineffective like wearing a heavy back-pack at all times even at work or grottesque like having one breast much bigger than the other and people stare. I have ordered a corrective shoulder support, I don’t know if that will help…

 

Has anyone of you also experienced chest tightness after your operations? I would be so grateful for any suggestions. Thanking you in advance. Best wishes. Giuliana 

Hi Giuliana,

Welcome to the BCC discussion forums where I am sure your fellow forum users will be along soon to offer you some much needed support.  Could I suggest that you give our helpline team a ring and have a chat with them about how you are feeling, they’re here to support you.  Calls to the helpline are free, 0808 800 6000 lines open weekdays 9-5 and Saturdays 10-2.

I have also put you the link to one of BCC’s publications you might find helpful.

www2.breastcancercare.org.uk/publications/treatment-side-effects/confident-choice-breast-prostheses-bras-clothes-after-surgery-bcc123

Take care,

Jo, Moderator