I had Involuntary Breast Cancer, resulting in a mastectomy n lymph node biopsy at the start of this year n I still have problems with the seroma. I would like to hear from anyone with the same problems
Welcome to Cancer Chat. I'm sorry to hear you're experiencing problems - I'm glad you've found the forum as hopefully you will be able to connect with others with similar experience. My reply here will boost your post, meaning a few more people should see it, and so hopefully you'll get some more replies soon.
Do of course discuss any problems or concerns with your doctor as necessary too.
Thankyou for Ur response Moderator Ben,I have spoken to my breast care team n there's nothing that they can do to help me with this misery unfortunately.
I am sorry to hear that you are still having a problem with seroma, since your surgery. I had a double mastectomy, a year after I had a single lumpectomy. The breast that was operated on twice had a few large seroma, which were aspirated by the nurse at the hospital and I got instantaneous relief. This had to be done 3 or 4 times before they began to settle and the pain wasn't so severe.
They are not usually keen to aspirate, unless there is a lot of fluid build up, because the seroma frequently builds up again, so it is preferable to let the fluid build up settle naturally. I don't know what the situation would be in your case, when you have had this for so long. Mine eventually settled in about 3 months. That was 14 years ago and cancer surgery has advanced a lot since then. I did my exercises religiously, but was also shown a massage technique by a nurse at Maggie's, to help to disperse the fluid. Have you had any fluid removed from the site, or has it just been left to re-absorb? If it's not too painful to touch, it might help to massage some moisturising cream in. Also, wearing a good supportive bra may help. Have a word with your breast care nurse and see what she suggests.
Please keep in touch and let us know how you get on. We are always here for you.
