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2018-09-06 11:55:07
Hi doctor, How to reduce Arm swelling after breast cancer. Please find the attached picture of my mother having swelled up right hand after breast cancer surgery. Please guide me to reduce the swelling. Thank you Amar Kumar
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Do physiotherapy regularly , wear stalkings.

Answered2018-09-07 06:38:35

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Please remove the kada... It may be difficult to remove if the swelling progresses... You can try lymphapress,

Answered2018-09-06 12:32:43

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It appears like lymphedema... Need proper history.. Onset of swelling ...how about daily activities..are bearing weight with that arm.. Any medication
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treatment depends on duration .. if acute with proper management can decrease bur if long standing difficult to address

Answered2018-09-15 14:24:31

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You can try physiotherapy and arm stockings.. usually resolves on lying flat..

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