Hi - I've 2wks ago had an auxiliary node clearance and lumpectomy & am struggling with swelling at the top of the arm and around the wound.
My surgeon is keen for my lymphatic system to heal without draining (conscious the fluid would return & potential repeat drainage would be needed). I'll be having radiotherapy in 4-5wks.
Can anyone share experience of fluid retention? I'm very concerned about it becoming Lymphodoema. How long before the swelling & retention subsides?
