Maggie O’Neill is a health writer and reporter based in New York who specializes in covering medical research and emerging wellness trends, with a focus on cancer and addiction. Prior to her ...
Sentinel lymph node biopsy has replaced traditional axillary dissection, minimizing lymphedema risk in breast cancer surgery. The procedure targets the first draining lymph nodes, reducing unnecessary ...
Breast radiologists have noticed swollen or tender lymph nodes in the armpit following COVID-19 vaccinations, according to a recent study. In the study, researchers at the Hospital of the ...
But they will remove a small part of the chest muscle only if the cancer is near or touching the muscles. During your surgery, they may also take out 1 or more lymph nodes from your armpit. We’re ...