Day 0 Post Op Lumpectomy

[@cybergal99]

I'm having a lumpectomy in 3 weeks and this video is probably the most valuable one I've found on youtube to prepare! THANK YOU!!

[@DrGingerGarner]

So glad you found it helpful! Remember to follow your surgeon's recommendations for range of motion limitations. I had none - but there's evidence that early ranging can contribute to seroma development or other complications, so I would definitely ask your surgeon about their philosophy on early ranging or not. And, if the lumpectomy is large or toward the axilla, or if nodes are taken - physical therapy post-op can be an essential part of recovery. Best wishes for your total healing and recovery!

[@luvinjc7]

Wow i am getting my lumpectomy in a few weeks and this is so helpful. So glad your video came up on my feed. Glad you are now healthy and helping your patients with passion. I am an acupuncturist myself and I am forgetting who I am after the recent diagnosis.

[@DrGingerGarner]

I totally understand that feeling Julie. Don't hesitate to reach out with questions, and make sure to ask for physical therapy. We can't do it all ourselves as healthcare pros - so make sure to ask for help! Thoughts and prayers for a speedy, fully recovery!

[@midwaysar]

Thank you. I have lumpectomy in Friday March 19th 2021. This is helpful all I see are doctors videos.

[@DrGingerGarner]

Glad it was helpful! Best of luck to you in your surgery!

[@colleenfromsydney4194]

Thank you Dr Garner for sharing your knowledge and experience. I am having my lumpectomy in one week’s time.

[@DrGingerGarner]

Best of luck to you for full healing and a smooth recovery!

[@kisslena]

Thank you Doctor for your valued support as a survivor/duo-citizen. You’re blessing so many in their recovery process. I’m headed for bc surgery soon and your information is so helpful. Continued Health and Strength.💕

[@DrGingerGarner]

I'm sending you lots of healing vibrations and energy!

[@leezjohan9296]

Day 14 of a lumptectamy, and I still have manageable pain. Still walking slowly. Mornings are better, and I get more sore by the end of the day.

[@DrGingerGarner]

One day at a time, friend. It takes a long time to recover from even something like a lumpectomy - and if there's complications - it can take up to a year. But each day does get better!

[@LiaS-k2p]

Im getting checked next month for the 2nd time. They say skin folds on my last test prevented things to be seen. I have dcis in sitsu. I belive i will end up having something done. I was suppose to take care of it last year but i had a stroke with dizzy and nausia complications. I had also died and have no memory for two weeks after that happened. This is the first time i been able to get my breasts checked since then. I dont want another surgery but i also have to be practicle about things especially since ive died all ready the thought of being 6ft under isnt appealing. Thank you for your vidio.

[@DrGingerGarner]

Sending you lots of love and support that everything is clear and you remain healthy!

[@iRockwthMJ]

This is incredibly helpful! Thank you so much!!

[@DrGingerGarner]

I'm so glad, you are SO welcome!

[@goldyfishls]

I had one Friday and was still totally out of it when kicked out of the hospital. I eas not in a safe space to walk into my house.

[@DrGingerGarner]

Prayers and meditations for total healing. I understand how post-op care is terribly lacking and many times downright negligent in this country, largely due to insurance companies forcing people to be discharged before they are ready. I have experienced this personally and had to care for my own family members being discharged too soon. It should be criminal.

[@liannebarolo]

Ill be having my partial mastectomy tomorrow. Thank you so much for this video, it lessen my fear 😊🙏

[@DrGingerGarner]

I am SO glad. Anything we can do to decrease our fear going into things like this, helps our overall healing and prognosis! Our body hears what our brain thinks.

[@PaulNoake]

I'm having a lumpectomy on this coming Friday 10/20/23 I'm a 56 yr old guy

[@DrGingerGarner]

Sending meditations for full recovery your way. Lumpectomies do happen for men too - and they same principles apply. May you have an easy time with this surgery and recovery.

[@vzim44]

Is anyone asking why is there so many with breast cancers?

[@DrGingerGarner]

Absolutely - many cancers are preventable, including breast cancer. You can do more to overcome genetics than it can to overcome you. Lifestyle medicine and functional medicine go a LONG way toward turning 'off' the genetic switches for cancer. Epigenetics are so important toward preventing cancer altogether - which also includes eliminating environmental toxins that raise risk.

[@KumariKumari-fw7nc]

Unlike earlier times women are doing mammograms often...

[@Mia-q3s8g]

What kind of chest binder did you use. And where can I purchase one?

[@DrGingerGarner]

I was issued the binder - it was literally put on during the surgery - post-op. I am sure every surgeon is different. But afterwards, I needed something much stronger, so I had a script written for a Prairie Wear - www.prairiewear.com/products/the-hugger - and it made ALL the difference in the world. I needed axillary and chest compression, so I had to add pads to put in the armpit - but it still was far better than the surgical binder. Hope this helps you!

[@LiaS-k2p]

How did you now what size to get?

[@DrGingerGarner]

They give you one in the OR; however, when you get a heavier duty one - your PT will size you, and the rep for the company will make sure it's correct.@@LiaS-k2p

[@adalindamorales4123]

I got my binder in the hospital as well..have to wear it for 4 weeks.