My breast cancer cells migrated to the lining of the left lung and caused fluid to form. I recently had 700mls drained off but may have to have a line inserted. Does anyone else have experiece of this?
Yes I have a drain and I get itvemtiedceveryvtwo / three days it's not painful. The day after the drain is put in will be painful but you will be given painkillers. It's such a relief to be drained can breath better. Thecabountvtheycdrain will determine how often your nurses will come. It's fine. Xx
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