Experiencing pain, tingling, and numbness in your upper arm after a lumpectomy and node biopsy can be normal. Here are some points to consider:
- Pain: It's common to have lingering pain after breast-conserving surgery, especially if the tumor was close to the pectoral muscle
- Nerve Pain: Numbness, tingling, or shooting Show Full Answer
Experiencing pain, tingling, and numbness in your upper arm after a lumpectomy and node biopsy can be normal. Here are some points to consider:
- Pain: It's common to have lingering pain after breast-conserving surgery, especially if the tumor was close to the pectoral muscle.
- Nerve Pain: Numbness, tingling, or shooting pain can be signs of nerve damage, which often begins shortly after surgery and may last for several weeks or months.
- Numbness: Numbness in the breast or upper arm area is also a common post-surgical symptom.
If the pain or numbness persists or worsens, it's important to consult your doctor for further evaluation and management.
June 4, 2024
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