My girlfriend had a mastectomy a year ago and didi 8 cycles of chemo (AC+T) and radiotherapy. She's on tamaxfin right now. Next week she's has her first check up after completing treatment. Can someone please tell me what to expect and will they do any scans
Many thanks
Hi, you usually have a mammogram and ultrasound of the remaining breast. They may even ultrasound the mastectomy site, that's what I had. You get the results within 2 weeks I think.. I had mine done privately so was slightly different as had results the same day.
Thank you dear. No blood tests?
No, haven't had any blood tests, but imagine it depends on original diagnosis I suppose. Imagine if you ring the breast care nurse or her consultant they will be able to let you know what the check up will entail. Remember to go prepared for a possible wait, so books, iPad, drink, snacks etc, hope all goes well 
My hospital stopped the ultrasounds after the first two annual mammograms. This was a blow to me as I had a mastectomy so the side I need checking doesn't get checked.
Sorry to hear that 
As always it is different for each individual. I have a mammogram on the non-mastectomy side and the consultant asks me if I've noticed any symptoms during my regular breast checks (as I know how things feel now after surgery). General examination of both boobs. Discussion re how feeling, ongoing side effects and any concerns. Confirm next appointment - 6 months time for me and what to do if any worries in between.
Scan results 
1st scan. 
Bone scan
