Reconstruction may be done at the same time as the mastectomy immediate or later delayed. In general, cosmetic results are better with immediate reconstruction. Not all women choose to have reconstructive surgery. Some women choose to get a breast prosthesis. Learn more about breast reconstruction. Learn about insurance coverage and financial assistance for breast reconstruction. Learn more about breast prosthesis. Learn about insurance coverage for breast prosthesis and financial assistance for breast prosthesis.
If breast reconstruction is done, the stay may be longer, depending on the type of reconstruction. Learn more about insurance issues related to mastectomy and breast reconstruction. After a mastectomy with or without breast reconstruction , you will have some soreness in your chest, underarm and shoulder. You will be numb across your chest from your collarbone to the top of your rib cage.
Unfortunately, this numbness is usually permanent. You may get some feeling back over time, but it will never be the same as before surgery. If lymph nodes in the underarm area axillary lymph nodes are removed during surgery, you may also have some numbness and a burning feeling under and behind your arm. Lymphedema is a condition where fluid collects in the arm or other area such as the hand, fingers, chest or back , causing it to swell. Learn about the management of surgery-related pain.
Sometimes, there are programs that help with local or long-distance transportation and lodging. Background: Seroma is one of the most common complications after mastectomies. Seroma formation results in delays in wound healing, incisional dehiscence, infections and long hospital stay. Although there are studies proving that drains do not prevent seroma formation, the use of drains for that purpose is still very common.
Decreasing the number of drains used after mastectomies has been shown to decrease patients' discomfort and duration of hospital stay without increasing seroma formation. Objective: To investigate the effects of single versus double drains on patient comfort and seroma formation after modified radical mastectomy MRM Material and Method: Sixty patients undergoing MRM at Diskapi Yildirim Beyazit Training and Research Hospital will be randomised into single versus double drains groups.
Two groups will be compared with chi-square, student's t-test or Mann-Whitney U test. Ultrasonography after removal of the drains: One day after removal of the drains seroma under the flaps and in the axilla will be examined by ultrasonography. Insertion of double drains: Two negative pressure drains will be inserted into the axilla and below the lower flap in the double drains group.
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Listing a study does not mean it has been evaluated by the U. Federal Government. Read our disclaimer for details. Results First Posted : April 10, Last Update Posted : April 10, Study Description. Detailed Description:. MedlinePlus related topics: Mastectomy Ultrasound. FDA Resources. Pour normal saline on a clean Q-tip and cleanse around the drain. Wipe up the excess saline with gauze.
Using another Q-tip put the antibiotic ointment or Polysporin around the drain site. Place clean gauze over the drain site and tape it in place with medical tape. Use a safety pin to secure the bulb to your underwear. Do this once a day, after you shower.
The bulb does not hold suction The drainage suddenly stops or turns bright red The tubing falls out or a lot of fluid leaks out around the tube There is sudden, severe pain and swelling that looks like the breast is growning back You notice signs of infection such as severe pain, swelling, warmth or redness larger than silver dollar The fluid in the bulb becomes cloudy, murky or has a foul smell Fever or temperature greater than Surgical Wound Healing You can start taking a shower 48 hours 2 days after surgery but do not take a shower without help.
Place a stool in the shower or just outside it in case you feel faint. Do not soak in a bathtub, pool, hot tub, lake or ocean. Do not smoke, drink alcohol, or take any illegal drugs. Do not let your pain become greater than 6 on a scale. Take your pain medication if the pain is 4 or higher. Do not drive until the JP drains have been removed. Do not lift, carry, push, pull or move anything that weighs more than 10 pounds or bend over to reach your knees, feet or the floor.
It is O. After the first week most patients should be able to move their arm around normally.
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