Breast Cancer Now Forum

Hi, just seen the reply. I hope the new hormone therapy isn’t too bad so far.  The pain across the mastectomy and under arm is definitely getting worse. I’ve no idea what it is as I can’t remember lifting anything or doing something more strenuous. I did the exercises religiously at the beginning and then lapses but have resumed them in the hope that helps.  My appointment with the plastic surgeon is next week so hopefully he will check it over. I’m hoping to find out what he can offer for reconstruction and an idea of how long I’ll have to wait.  How is your pain? I hope it isn’t too bad  KJ xx  ... View more

Hi I finished treatment beginning of May, started phased return end of May on half days, increasing each week with a view to being back to full time by the fourth week.   By the third week I was still suffering with really bad fatigue and anxiety and after spending an hour in HR in floods of tears ( not like me at all!!) they sent me to OH.   They put me on a month of working half days 5 x a week.  I have one more week left and can honestly say I am only just starting to feel back to my old self.   Seeing OH again next week and imagine I will be full time by the next couple of weeks after that.  I also believe it is also the emotional aspect of a cancer diagnosis that can affect your ability to work.  That isn’t something you just get over quickly.  I am having counselling sessions at the moment ( funded through work) and have found it really beneficial.  Don’t feel rushed into going back full time if you are not ready.  I have waffled rather 😊 ... View more