Hi, Im Carol, i had a Masectomy in October, and im on Letrozole Tabs. I have fluid swelling under my arm and down my side, which is also numb,a really strange feeling. I was told months ago by nurse it isnt lymphoedema, but im not sure. Anyone out there with same problem.
Hi cal2020
I’m sorry you haven’t had any replies to your post yet.
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Janet
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Hi Carol I have problems in this area too. I was told like you not lymphodema but it is fluid which your body is trying to move on. I was told to do exercises like swimming and yoga or simply stretching and it does work. I cannot wear a bra because of the problem but usually wear a slip. I had a wide local excision and scar is on cusp of left breast. If I do wear a bra the swelling is worse and can be sore. The numb feeling in your arm is due to nerve endings being damaged during surgery. Exercise is best and one I find helpful is crossing my arms over my front to stretch the muscles in my back. Apparently there are a lot of lymph nodes in this area and the muscle when stretch encourgages the movement of the lymph fluid. Hope this helps.
Hi
I’ve attached a link to our booklet “Reducing the risk of lymphodoema” which I thought might be helpful:
www2.breastcancercare.org.uk/sites/default/files/reducing_the_risk_of_lymphoedema_bcc15_web.pdf
Very best wishes
Janet
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