Breast cancer Survivors' vaccine fears: study investigates swelling and lymphedema risk

NCT ID NCT04872738

Summary

This study asked 714 breast cancer survivors about their experiences getting the COVID-19 vaccine. Researchers wanted to understand their choices, side effects, and concerns, especially about swollen lymph nodes. A key worry was whether this swelling could trigger or worsen a painful arm swelling condition called lymphedema in those who had lymph nodes removed.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Massachusetts General Hospital Cancer Center

    Boston, Massachusetts, 02114, United States

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