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Bright red swollen breast since lumpectomy
After three consultsl ì have finally found out that the swelling at the side of my breast is a seroma and the redness of my breast is whole breast lymphodema. I have been referred to the lymphodema clinic to see what they can do. Apparently it can take a long time to go away. I've been advised to wear a bra day and night. Has anyone else had this issue and if so how long did it last?
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I had a similar problem. Breast is light red and swollen. I saw a physical therapisr last week. She showed me how to massage the breast to dispurse
the fluid. Also to wear a bra 6-12 hrs. a day (I hadn’t been wearing one). I’ll also wear it at night. I hope the massage and bra will take care of it. Best of luck to you. Sounds like we neede patience with this,
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1 ReactionThanks, I hadn't realised the removal of the cancer didn't mean all problems were over. Has given me more understanding and compassion for those in remission
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1 ReactionI went through this in 2024...can't recommend the Physical Therapy/massage enough as well as wearing a bra to bed for awhile. Walmart has some buttery soft Fruit of the Looms that are stretchy and super comfortable while offering some mild compression while you sleep. Stay the course, you will get there!