side effects of local breast cancer therapy

Arm morbidity
There are conflicting results about a relationship between age and arm morbidity following local therapy. Younger women may report more arm symptoms than older women because these symptoms have a greater impact upon their functioning.90,91 It is pertinent for health professionals to ask about arm symptoms and refer women appropriately for treatment.


Lymphoedema
There is no evidence to confirm age as a risk factor in the development of lymphoedema.95


Effect on lactation
It is unlikely that lactation will be possible from the radiotherapy treated breast.