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A member asked:

Can u still get massages if you had lymph nodes removed under arm and breast area from cancer?

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Yes!: In fact it's a very good thing. There's a special type of massage called "lymphdrainage" that's very good for people who've had their lymph nodes removed and have swelling. Can't hurt to start now, even if you don't have swelling.

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Answered 3/26/2014

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