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Why Am I Getting Swollen Lymph Nodes Under The Breast After A Lumpectomy And Radiation?
I was diagnosed with stage 1 breast cancer last year. one year ago. two months ago diagnosed with radiation recall.I was given antibiotics which only gave me C deficille. Now I have swollen lymph nodes under same breast I had the cancer. I had lumpectomy with radiation treatments in that breast. What questions should I ask the oncologist and what should I expect?
Tue, 26 Mar 2019
Hi,
Several mechanisms can cause the lymph nodes to enlarge (swell). In rare cases, breast cancer or lymphoma may cause swollen lymph nodes in the armpit.
Rarely, a person may have a node or group of nodes that grows rapidly and becomes hard and can not be easily moved around under the skin. These may indicate a tumor.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Monish De, Oncologist
Several mechanisms can cause the lymph nodes to enlarge (swell). In rare cases, breast cancer or lymphoma may cause swollen lymph nodes in the armpit.
Rarely, a person may have a node or group of nodes that grows rapidly and becomes hard and can not be easily moved around under the skin. These may indicate a tumor.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Monish De, Oncologist
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