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Old Mar 20, 2012, 05:26 PM
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Question Care of arm after breat surgery

Hi there, I was wondering if after axilliary clearance that i should insist on not having any needles or blood pressure reading taking from the arm. I am due in hospital soon and wonder if it resonable for me not to allow them to use my arm.

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Old Mar 21, 2012, 02:47 AM
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Protect the at risk arm

I am not a licensed healthcare professional; however I am familiar with the guidelilnes that you should never allow blood pressure reading, blood draw, or an injection in the "at risk" arm.

Lymph Notes makes a free wallet card available with these guidelines. To request a card, follow the instructions on the Lymph Notes home page.

Best wishes,

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