Fluid retention where breast was
Hello I have had a mastectomy in January this year. All has gone well the drain has been removed but I still get fluid build up where the breast was, is this normal, should I just keep massaging the...
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It’s probably a seroma - massage can help but that depends on how much fluid accumulates. If the fluid increases noticeably or causes discomfort, then best to see a doctor. The fluid can be removed (aspirated) but preference is for it to disperse naturally - it’s sort of like the fluid in a blister, it’s there to help the healing process but the body can sometimes overdo it!