Real Questions We Hear From Patients On
Mastectomy & Chest Surgery Pain
Small sensory nerves in the chest can be stretched or irritated during surgery. If those nerves remain sensitive or develop a neuroma, they can continue sending pain signals long after the surgical area has healed.
Some discomfort during recovery is expected, but persistent burning or stabbing pain months or years later is not something patients should simply have to live with.
Yes. Nerve pain is often described as burning, sharp, electric, or hypersensitive to touch.
For some patients, identifying and treating the specific nerve responsible for the pain can significantly reduce symptoms.
If pain continues well beyond the normal recovery period or interferes with daily life, it’s reasonable to seek evaluation.
The right diagnosis changes everything. If you’re still searching for answers, the team at Neuropax is here to help.
Still wondering what might be causing your pain?
Many patients who come to Neuropax have already seen multiple doctors and tried several treatments without success. In some cases, persistent pain may be coming from an irritated or compressed peripheral nerve that hasn’t been identified yet.
If you’re still searching for answers, a peripheral nerve evaluation may help uncover the source of your pain.
