PMPS or Post-Mastectomy Pain Syndrome

Becky · 08-19-2007, 07:07 AM

Although I only had lumpectomy, I get stabbing type pain and "pulling" sensations not necessarily by the scarline but deep within where the tumor bed was.

Mary Jo · 08-19-2007, 09:35 AM

Other than the typical "numbness" associated with mastectomy (and only felt when touched in my case) I have never had pain or sensations in either mastectomy site. Maybe an occasional "buzz" feeling but that is rare.

Great thread!

Mary Jo

Marilyn June · 08-19-2007, 09:37 AM

My double mastectomy took place in July 06. My expander exchange in March 07. I have had pain under my arms at the location of all 4 drains since the mastectomy. I don't have much pain other than some nerve pain in my arms that I did not have pre-mast.

I must add that 2 of my drains were in for 3 weeks after the mast. I don't know if that has anything to do with the ongoing pain. The drains were the worst thing about both operations for me. In fact, I am not overwhelmed about the results of my implants and after my husband reminded me that I would need drains if I replaced them, I had a change of heart!

Marilyn June