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Topic: Free Flap Reconstruction

Posted By: 2survive
Subject: Free Flap Reconstruction
Date 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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Posted By: mauikarma
Date Posted: Jan 10 2009 at 3:26pm

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

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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

Posted By: 2survive
Date Posted: Jan 11 2009 at 2:01pm

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!

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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