Breast lymphedema before/during radiation
Has anyone dealt with breast lymphedema that is NOT in your arm? Did you have it before or during radiation treatments?
I have a small area of redness that started before radiation and seems to be growing as treatment progresses. My breast is heavy and slightly swollen. Hard to tell if this is just the effects of radiation or something more. This poor boob is really taking a beating! I’m calling the lymphedema RN today but curious if anyone else experienced this and has any insight.
Thank you!
Hi, did you get in touch with the nurse? Any insight?
Yes, I’ll have the radiation team evaluate next week.
Yep, breast lymphedema. I’ll finish radiation and be evaluated by PT after.
UGH. I’m so frustrated.
Nuts, I’m sorry to hear that. I can imagine how frustrating this is. I haven’t developed lymphedema, but I had a few complications myself after surgery and radiation and I know what it feels like when you can’t catch a freaking break. Keep your chin up!!! I am glad they’re on it. How much more treatment do you have left?