Fluid build up after breast cancer surgery

I had a lumpectomy and lymph node clearance 2 weeks ago. I had a huge painful swelling where the lymph nodes were removed. I couldn't put my arm down. I went to the Breast Care Clinic on Thursday and they removed a huge amount of fluid, 8 large syringes full. I now feel like the fluid is building up again. Has anyone else had this and how many times did you have to have it removed?  I'm disabled and found getting to the clinic via hospital transport so tiring.

  • It good to know that both your kids have good partners - let's try to find the positives in all of this. I have 2 grown up kids too and have faced 2 diagnoses of breast cancer, so know what an awful position you find yourself in. Fortunately, that was all 16 years ago now. Just remember that I am always here for you.

    Jolamine xx