Knat bite

[Jules_bee]

Thank you.. I have just spoken to my bcn she has reassured as well.
Ive felt so well so panic a little... My mates call me drama queen
Thanks again x

[lottie63]

Hi

    Its a worry isnt it, Lymphodema is a real threat when nodes removed I have Lymphodema in arm & breast after a simple rose thorn prick ! I would keep an eye on the area involved, usual signs are puffiness in arm heavy feeling & warmth, usually lymphodema occurs if bite/injury becomes infected and it sounds like you reacted too quickly for that to happen but as it was a bite if you are worried go and see your bcn for advice

Good luck x

[Jules_bee]

Thank you.. im only just starting my journey so i an grateful that there is somewhere to turn to as well as the profeessionals that are working with me

[June_BCC]

Hello Jules_bee

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[Jules_bee]

Hi..

Im new to the forum and just learning about breast cancer.  I have my left breast removed and lymphnodes removed as well.

I have got a knat bite on the left arm which i have kept clean and used cream. the bite itself has cleared up nicely..

I have just today felt unwell with flu like symtoms and the fluid under my arm does seemed to have got bigger. There does seem to be a stinging sensation done arm and slight soreness across chest.

its been 5 weeks since my op, and recovery has gone very well.

I may be over reacting.

better to be safe than sorry as they say..

Thanks