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Yes, it's completely normal for the lumpectomy site to become hard during healing. This happens because scar tissue forms at the incision site and where tissue was removed. You may notice a tender lump that begins to turn hard - this is a normal part of the healing process and not a sign of cancer returning. The scar tissue Show Full Answer

Yes, it's completely normal for the lumpectomy site to become hard during healing. This happens because scar tissue forms at the incision site and where tissue was removed. You may notice a tender lump that begins to turn hard - this is a normal part of the healing process and not a sign of cancer returning. The scar tissue typically feels much denser than normal breast tissue. You might also experience some shooting pains in your breast or arm during recovery as the nerves try to reconnect. Most people find that these sensations and the hardness gradually improve over a few weeks as healing progresses. If you notice any concerning changes like excessive swelling, hot or discolored skin, or increased pain after the first few days, contact your doctor for evaluation.

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