Lymph nodes filter lymph fluid, which carries immune cells, waste products, and other substances throughout the body. They filter and remove bacteria, viruses, and abnormal (cancer) cells.

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Lymph nodes are part of the body’s immune system. A swollen lymph node in the armpit may be a sign of a bacterial or viral infection, an injury, or a serious health condition, such as cancer.

The surgery is performed if tests show that the cancer has spread from the breast tissue to the lymph nodes and is often followed by radiation treatment. After the treatment, around 20-40 percent ...