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Developed a Seroma after surgery that didn’t go away on its own?
Breast Cancer | Last Active: Jan 8 7:43am | Replies (19)Comment receiving replies
I had a lumpectomy in July2023 with sentinel lymph nodes removed. I developed a seroma in the axilary area that had to be aspirated twice. My breast has always been tender, then it became warm. I had a seroma in my breast that was aspirated a couple weeks ago. The pain and tenderness is back. I go to my surgeon next wednesday but am extremely uncomfortable. Any suggestions? Thanks!
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I also developed a sernoma after breast surgery. When the surgeon tried to drain it, no fluid came out, yet it seemed to relieve the pressure/swelling and the “knot” dissipated to some degree. Can I expect continued improvement?
@shershberger, you may also be interested in reviewing this related discussion:
- Painful lump/spots after lumpectomy not going away?
https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/painful-lumpspots-after-lumpectomy-not-going-away/
What did you learn from your appointment with the surgeon?
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I developed a seroma after mastectomy and placement of expander (I am waiting for my exchange surgery in February). Doctor was reluctant to aspirate due to concerns about infection so he recommended I wear a compression bra. I actually bought a sports type bra that is one size too small and it has worked very well in controlling the size and discomfort of the seroma. Good luck!