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    Posted: Jan 10 2009 at 2:51pm
I had the free flap reconstruction on 12/9 and am experiencing horrible burning above the incision.  It feels like nerve pain.  Has anyone else had the free flap?  It seems like most have or are having implants.  I have Fibromyalgia so I couldn't have the implants.
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I did not have a free flap reconstruction, but I also have fibromyalgia and developed terrible shooting pains (felt like nerve pain) about 2 weeks after my lumpectomy.

After 4 or 5 days, the pain went away, so I attributed it to a fibromyalgia flare. I had almost the exact same reaction 3 years ago after the cesarean section birth of my son.

For me, surgery always results in a flare. Your mileage may vary.

AJ
DX 11/26/08
IDC Stage 2a, Grade 3, Triple Negative
Lumpectomy 12/10/08
Clear Nodes & Clear Margins
6 rounds of TAC started on 1/15/09
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I'm guessing that's what it must be.  The pain is worse now than it was right after surgery a month ago.  I hope that it goes away soon.  Thanks!

47 yrs old, dx 09/23/08
20 Nodes=Neg, 3cm
Mast 12/09/08
Free Flap Reconstruction,12/09/08
AC 4 rounds haven't started
TAX 4 rounds
Avectin Trial
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