After breast cancer surgery

What happens after surgery depends on the type of operation you have had. Many people now have breast surgery as a day case or go home the following day.

A breast prosthesis is an artificial breast shape that sits inside your bra to replace all or part of your breast after having breast surgery.

After breast cancer surgery your physiotherapist or breast care nurse will ask you to do regular arm and shoulder exercises. 

Possible complications after surgery to remove the breast include infection, bleeding, and shoulder stiffness.

Possible complications after breast conserving surgery (lumpectomy) include infection, bleeding, and shoulder stiffness.

You may find it difficult to adjust to changes after your breast cancer surgery. There is help and support available.