How long does it take for a patient to return to normal life after breast lumpectomy? After breast cancer surgery, patients will be left with a drainage tube, which will be removed after 3 days for patients with less drainage fluid and may be removed in 5~6 days for patients with more fat. After removal, patients can live a normal life, so fast patients can resume daily activities in 3 to 4 days. What do patients need to pay attention to during the recovery process? (1) Take care not to let the drainage tube fall out. (2) After surgery, patients should do a set of training exercises to reduce lymph node edema and restore shoulder joint movement. (3) There is also attention to psychological changes. Psychological care for oncology patients is important. What is the approximate cost of breast lumpectomy? Is it different from traditional open surgery? In Beijing, the cost of breast lumpectomy is about 1000 RMB more than open surgery, the difference is mainly in the mirror. The difference is mainly in the cost of the mirror. There are some differences from place to place. What information do I need to bring to my appointment? You will need to bring your local pathology biopsy results, mammogram and ultrasound with you.