The lump is gone...

Morning ladies, had my lumpectomy yesterday.went smoothly. Awaiting report. Woke up this morning convinced I'd feel a little better now it's at least gone but instead I feel a bit teary. Maybe it's the after effects, I don't know. I'm not that sore really, it's gone, and yet more waiting... it's only six weeks since I found the pesky little blighter. I wish we could all wake up this morning with a Christmas miracle. Okay, enough feeling sorry for myself! Doesn't help. On with the day and here's hoping we all have a good one xxx

[Lainey66]

It could also be relief. You have been wound like a coiled spring emotionally and psycholigically for the past six weeks. Now, lump is gone, the chances are you are going to be fine. Try to relax. Please dont concentrate on the 'what if's' and the waiting waiting pensively. Relax in the moment, the here and now. Remember, look at all the positives with the big one... the lump has gone. Happy days. Also dont forget the anaesthetic can also leave you feeling blue. Close your eyes, lie back, breath in through your nose and out through your mouth slowly. This will help you relax. Then think of all tje lovely things younare going to dobwith family and friends this Chriatmas and new year. You are getting there and we are all here for you. Sending a massive Lainey hug. Rest now and smile inside. Please God this frightening nightmare is over for you xxxxx

[Lainey66 in reply to Lainey66]

PS... excuse all the typing errors ... my fingers are too big for these blasted bottons 😂😂😂😂

[Hidden in reply to Lainey66]

Lainey, you're a tower of strength, yes I think it might be relief. I was so worried, even about the operation. I expected to feel elated that I can't feel it anymore, but it's not elation just resignation. I'll take your advice though. I'm going to have a wee cry to myself, (maybe a much needed one), then get up and shop later - depending 90 mile an hour winds forecast. That should blow my blues away

[Lainey66 in reply to Hidden]

When I had my mastectomy I expected to feel the same. You are right it is more like resignation. But it does get better. Xxx

[Jennymary]

So pleased that your unwelcome visitor (your lump) has gone, as Lainey says the tears could be relief it's gone, the anaesthetic or a combination of everything that you've been through over the last few weeks, I wish you, and everyone else a Happy Christmas and a healthier 2017, stay strong xxxx

[Hidden in reply to Jennymary]

Thanks Jennymary, I'm just glad it is gone. All very worrying as every lady on this forum knows. Out before Christmas is so much better than after. Sore, but relieved. Have a lovely Christmas and a healthy New Year xx

[Hidden]

Good Morning Hidden

And it is, as the operation is behind you, try not to dwell on what if's as it doesn't help, wait until you have the facts.

Don't over do it today rushing about, relax & take it easy. If all else fails watch a Christmas Movie & you can cry because of that! Anaesthetic's take it out of you & often you can feel tired for days.

Very Best Wishes 💐

Christmas Blessings 🙏🏼

Mrs Nails 💅🏼

[Hidden]

PS I was high as a kite after my Mastectomy as I have an ongoing autoimmune disorder & am on steroids, so I had 100mg of hydrocortisone cover in theatre & then again during the night!

They also upped my daily dose for my body to deal with the after effects of the surgery, so l was extremely bright n bouncy not the usual reaction!

[Hidden]

Hi. Anaesthetic always makes me feel a bit that way. Also your body has been assaulted.. even though it's for very positive reasons. Just go with the flow as they say and don't put yourself under pressure. Sit back, relax and take all the help you can get. I read somewhere that crying gets rid of toxins so don't worry about having a good cry, it's all positive! Sending hugs and a dry shoulder.

[Hidden]

Hi lady's spent first half of the day weepy, then thought "enough! " went out in the storm, went to some shops, saw a friend and came home in a much better frame of mind. Still might have a wee sob to myself but I can also put my head down and push back when I have my "mentals" in the right place. I imagine it's the same for all of us. We just have to find the right place to push back from and try to maintain it. When the process throws curved balls back at us, and we feel wrong footed it will be hard but we've no way in front of us but forward - hopefully to a better stage in life than we're in now. Yes, I'd forgotten the effects of the anaesthetic lasting for a wee while and I'm glad you pointed that out. It's a two and a half hour drive to my hospital and two and a half hours back and I didn't get home until after ten so I suppose it was a long day just the adrenaline kicked in and kept me going long after I should have rested. When I read all the advice, so freely and kindly given, it makes me feel I'm not alone. I think this is the only place I can say how I feel and know it will be accepted and understood. In the "outside" world I put "the face" on - you know the one I mean! The "of course I'm fine" face. Here I can just say how I feel. Thanks everyone, you're all blooming wonderful. Have a lovely Christmas xxx