Lymphedema
I had a mastectomy in late april for invasive ductal cancer. I was to have a sentinal node biopsy but due to the feel/appearance of nodes in surgery, ended up with axillary dissection. My surgeon didn...
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My hand became swollen just after starting chemo. It settled down after that and I had laser and massage to help manage it. My arm sometimes swells, but not a lot. It's best to manage it well early and then it's easier to deal with later. Mine is managed with mostly elevation and massage and I sometimes wear a glove if I travel.