Fluid build up after mastectomy

I have had my right breast drained the once after two weeks but it's only been a week and I already feel like it needs draining again. Other than contacting the breast care nurse is there anything I can do to encourage my body to a) stop producing the flood or to b) encourage my body to absorb this, or is it something I will just  have to live with having it drained for the next few weeks.

 

also regarding reconstruction as I've had my single breast mase pudding COVID-19 I am being told it is not something they are going to be offering in any near future. Does anyone know how much this would cost to have this done privately?

 

  • Hi there ...

    I had to have mine drained 3 times in the first month .. but it does settle .. some will drain it, some leave it a while .. give your G P a ring and see what they say ... but if it feels hot to touch or goes a deeper colour,  give 111 a call ... 

    Chrissie...