Cancer Research UK main site
Cancer Chat | Cancer Research UK
Cancer Chat | Cancer Research UK
  • Join
  • Sign in
  • Search forum
  • Join
  • Sign in
  • Home
  • Categories
  • Forum Help
  • More
  • Cancel
Strongwoman

Strongwoman

  • Profile
  • Activity
  • Friends
  • Mentions
  • More
  • Cancel
  • More
  • Cancel

About Strongwoman

Hi , I was diagnosed with cancer in March .I had a mastectomy with reconstruction using a back muscle and implant three week ago. The worse part of my recovery is a feeling of “chaffing” under the arm where is still very swollen. I too have had fluid on my back drained once already and will be having it done again this week. How long on average did everyone’s swelling take to go down please?

Speak to a nurse

  • Nurse Helpline
    0808 800 4040
  • Questions about cancer? Call freephone
    9 to 5 Monday to Friday or email us

Quick links

  • Find local shops
  • Shop online
  • Contact us
  • Jobs

Follow us

  • Like Cancer Research UK on Facebook
  • Follow Cancer Research UK on Twitter
  • Follow Cancer Research UK on Instagram
  • Connect with Cancer Research UK on LinkedIn
  • Subscribe to Cancer Research UK on YouTube
  • About our information
  • Terms and conditions
  • Privacy
  • Modern Slavery Statement
  • Cookies
  • Accessibility
  • Sitemap
Registered with Fundraising Regulator (logo)
Cancer Research UK is a registered charity in England and Wales (1089464), Scotland (SC041666), the Isle of Man (1103) and Jersey (247). A company limited by guarantee. Registered company in England and Wales (4325234) and the Isle of Man (5713F). Registered address: 2 Redman Place, London, E20 1JQ.