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Mom's lymphnode under her arm was removed as result of breast cancer. cancer returned but now the same arm is badly swollen. what does it mean?

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Dr. Herman Hammerstead answered

Specializes in Trauma Surgery

Lymphatic blockage: Probable due to progression of disease. Reconsult breast surgeon

Dr Ott agreed

Answered 5/3/2018

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