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I was supposed to see surgeon at 3 weeks and they delayed it another month. Nurse at breast center said to just leave it but I’m concerned it’s not healing. Not sure if it’s from a spitting stitch falling out but it just looks like a hole with some discharge now
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Members rallied around someone concerned about an open, unhealing wound five weeks after a lumpectomy, with many urging them to call their... Read more
@A MyBCTeam Member
You are not getting proper care from this medical office.
Women who have a lumpectomy need to be seen by the Breast surgeon or PA at the 2 week mark.
It is medical malpractice to fluff you off and not have you come in to be evaluated.
Call today and demand to be seen.
You can even take photos to send before the appointment.
I would look for another doctor after this if this was me, even though you may be in an area with few doctors.
This shows how this office works with patients. Everyone works with their doctors for at least 5 years…..
Good morning JJ3. The way you describe this is not good at all. An infection could be from poor localized blood flow (skin necrosis) or a seroma. I had the same after my lumpectomy. It was seroma and my surgeon drained it for me. Please let your surgeon know immediately or head to emergency room at your local hospital. You might also look into finding a whole new health care team. Take care. 🙏😊🙏
Was that your nurse navigator that said that if not, I would contact the nurse navigator or someone else in that surgeon’s office.
@A MyBCTeam Member
This is so sad that your GP had to step in and do what the Breast Surgeon is responsible for with care.
Getting it addressed is a relief- but still not the quality of care you deserve! Please consider looking for another practice. Perhaps your PCP can recommend one. Hopefully, you can get back on track with your healing now! Gentle hugs!
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