Can I get liposuction on my arms or axillary area if I had 2 lymph nodes removed in my armpit for breast cancer?

September 25, 2017
Asked By:carrotcakes in Miami, Florida

I am not supposed to have my blood drawn or blood pressure taken on that arm because of increased risk of lymphedema. But a doctor wants to liposuction my axillary area instead which is close to where my nodes were taken. Will arm or axillary liposuction increase my risk for lymphedema? Thank you.

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September 25, 2017

Answer: Can I get liposuction on my arms or axillary area if I had 2 lymph nodes removed in my armpit for breast cancer?

September 25, 2017

Answer: Can I get liposuction on my arms or axillary area if I had 2 lymph nodes removed in my armpit for breast cancer?

September 26, 2017

Answer: Can I get liposuction on my arms or axillary area if I had 2 lymph nodes removed in my armpit for breast cancer?

September 26, 2017

Answer: Can I get liposuction on my arms or axillary area if I had 2 lymph nodes removed in my armpit for breast cancer?

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