It has been 4 years since my lumpectomy. I just had a pet scan that says I am cancer free. So I started to rub my scar to make it go away, and it got sore so I quit then I noticed that it was red and sore so I am worried that it is infected? Pehaps the fluid built up since they took my lymph glands out it can't drain? Can it heal on its own or should I go to the Doctors?
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Q: My scar has become red and sore. I was rubbng it to make it go away. Should I go to the Doctors?
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5/25/08 10:46pm
Hi - rubbing your lumpectomy scar won't make it go away - it'll just irritate it, as you've discovered. I'd suggest you leave it completely alone for a day, and see if the redness starts to subside. If it seems to be getting worse, then you'd best get it checked out. Good luck - PJH
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