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What is a SEROMA????
In 2016 I had a lumpectomy for a removal of a 13mm tumor on my breast. After going through chemo and radiation I had a lumpectomy. It left a quarter size lump at the site of the tumor. To this day ( 2023) I’ve been left with same lump the size of a quarter. Is this lump a SEROMA?? I often wonder if my lump will ever get smaller, so far seems to be the same size as in beginning. Should it be shrinking in size and tenderness?
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A seroma can be identified by ultrasound. I had a small one remaining a year after and went back to me but it continued to shrink. The two surgeons I saw said it wasn't anything to worry about it's just part of the healing process. I couldn't feel it, it was just detected on the ultrasound and I guess on the mammogram. But I would ask my oncologist or oncology radiologist about any lumps just to make sure.
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Seroma is another word for fluid buildup. You can also have swept lymphedema in your breast.
As long as you’re seeing your doctor and having yearly checkups as well as having 3D mammograms, you should be fine. ♥️