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I am experiening the same thing. I was getting it undercontrol but had a flare up recently. PT thought it might have been stress and/or travel (which I have had both). She gave me a pad to compress the breast to force the fluid out. She also suggested wearing a compression tank top. I'm in the process of getting one. I need some suggestions from women who use them and what brands.

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I had a bilateral mastectomy five years ago and ended up with lymphedema in both breasts. My breast care nurse gave me a soft foam ball to place in my armpit. I bend my elbow towards my chest and then lower my arm to squeeze the ball. It gives me instant relief.