Cording: A common post-op complication to breast cancer surgery
Have you had breast cancer surgery and experiencing sharp or pulling pain in your armpit?
If so, you may be experiencing cording, a common, side effect of lymph node removal following breast cancer surgery. Most people with breast cancer have this type of surgery to ensure that the cancer doesn’t spread to other parts of their body, and 20% of them will develop the condition called cording. Thankfully, there’s relief, and early detection is key to a full recovery.