I had a lumpectomy with removal of two sentinel nodes two weeks ago. The first week was great with no pain. A week later what was left of my breast began to swell and become painful. I can no longer were a bra to support it. I saw the breast nurse three days ago who confirmed it is a Seroma. I was put on antibiotics in case it was infected as it was hot to touch.
I am reaching out to hear from someone with a similar diagnosis. Nurse did mention draining the fluid but they prefer to let it disperse on its own. I would prefer not to have any more needles stuck in me. The whole lead up to the operation involved painful local injections, biopsies, insertion of radioactive markers and a needle through my nipple to insert coloured dye. I’ve had enough poking and prodding to be honest.
Also does anyone know if dissolvable stitches inside the wound could come apart? I think I have overdone it a bit and by lifting washing.
Thanks so much for your reply. It’s good to hear a similar story to mine. 
