I had the same experience as Deneen, I wouldn’t have spent so much time worrying if I would have known how easy it would be. Both the lumpectomy and radiation were much easier than my imagination. I never took the pain pills after surgery, I did take Tylenol the first day and on the 2nd day I felt good enough to go to church.

Piece of cake....good luck...we are all here rooting for you....
had mine a year ago feb 18th.....
xooxoxo

I had a double mastectomy in February 2025. I've had other surgeries and to be honest with you, the mastectomy surgery was absolutely the least painful thing I've ever had. There's discomfort in the chest obviously. But Ibuprofen does help. So does Tylenol and that's what I basically used. Make sure you follow the directions as far as wearing the breast binder because that compression really does make you feel better. Also, I used ice packs several times a day to the site, if you can tolerate the pressure of the weight of the ice pack on that area. The ice kind and numbs it a little bit if you're having a lot of difficulty. I'll remember to keep you in my prayers on 3/24. In my mind though, I know you're going to do absolutely well!

Sending positive thoughts- you got this!
I didn't need strong pain meds, but Tylenol & ibuprofen around the clock for the first few days was quite helpful.
Ice packs to the area helped as well.
Follow any PT instructions to keep arm from getting stiff.

Most importantly- remember your healing is yours alone. Everyone has their own tolerance & time frame. Allow yourself the grace to accept how you are feeling. This is not just a physical healing it is emotional as well.

I had a lumpectomy in January. I found the surgery to be fast and I was out the same day. I took Tylenol for that night and never really needed anymore. I am sure you will go through it without much discomfort. It is important though, to get a good support bra. The surgeon recommended one for me that zipped up front and I was told to wear it day and night for a week or two. It really helped!
You will ace this! I will keep you in my prayers.