Is there any danger flying after removal of lymph nodes?

Question

My wife had to have a modified radical mastectomy and she heard thhat the remoal of lymph nodes would cause swelling of the arm if she flew.

Answer 1

I had lymph nodes removed in my neck and was never told not to fly. I fly often and nothing has ever happened. You may want to check with her doctor to be sure with her particular condition.

Answer 2

lymphedema can happen even if you don't fly. I know a lot of people who have had breast cancer and lymph nodes removed and fly. My best friend travels abroad at least 3 times a year on business and hasn't had any problems with lymphedema and she is a 7 year survivor. I too have not had any problems and am a 3 year survivor.

I'd get a second opinion...