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Suggest Treatment For Pain And Fluid Retention After A Bilateral Mastectomy
I had bilateral mastectomy almost 3 weeks ago and drains out a week ago. I have fluid building up and its very painful. Doc said to do arm circles and my body will absorb the fluid over time. But it is excruciating and I wanted to know if ice or heat would help.
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Ice for the first few days followed by heat compress everyday until the fluid is absorbed can be followed but is not a sufre shot solution. There should have been a drain in place but I am sure your doctor knows what he/she is doing.
Best wishes
Ice for the first few days followed by heat compress everyday until the fluid is absorbed can be followed but is not a sufre shot solution. There should have been a drain in place but I am sure your doctor knows what he/she is doing.
Best wishes
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