lymphedema

lymphedema
I'm really surprized that there isn't a folder or topic on lymphedema on the forum. Just wanted to post that if you do have lymphedema there is help. Doctors don't always tell pat...
lymphedema in hollow of neck
Has anyone had lymphedema in the hollow of your neck? I had lymphedema in my left arm after lymphnode dissection and it backs up at times into my neck area. Just wondering if I am the only one. Than...
Flexitouch Lymphedema System
I started my Flexitouch Lymphedema System yesterday, It felt so good and is helping the swelling. I am hearing from other lymphedema people that it is helping they too. I hear you must stay with it ev...
Is there a lymphedema forum
Hi Ann, I have mild to moderate(?)) lymphedema, but I don't have 'yellow nail' syndrome. In fact, I never heard of it. Mine presents as a swelling about an inch below the elbow and in t...
Lymphedema and pain
I have lymphedema on my left side from having Uterine cancer. I work off and on it seems i can survive for 2 months or so then i am off for 2 months recuperating. my doctors are not real easy to talk...
Free Lymphedema bands
If you have a risk of, or have lymphedema in your arm(s) or leg(s), you may be worried about undergoing surgery. Peninsula Medical,Inc. offers free lymphedema alert bands. You wear them while undergoi...
Flying and Lymphedema
...going well. She is flying to Egypt in March, (about 6 hours or so), and is worried that flying could cause lymphedema. She also intends to go scuba diving, so I think I should also ask if the pr...
lymphedema
For all of you out there living with lymphedema, whether it's your arm, your leg, or an entire region of your body, there is hope. I am 26 and at 13 I developed lymphedema in my left leg due to ...
Lymphedema clothing
Does anyone know what retailers sell lymphedema clothing for blouses and jackets?
why will lymphedema occur if the lymph nodes have been remov...
why will lymphedema occur if the lymph nodes have been removed
lymphedema
What type of doctor would you go to if you had lymphedema?
What is the affect of Scuba Diving on Lymphedema of the Arm?
What is the affect of Scuba Diving on Lymphedema of the Arm?
I was told by a friend to contact you and ask LYMPHEDEMA,...
I was told by a friend to contact you and ask LYMPHEDEMA, WHAT NOT TO DO.
Lymphedema and pain
Happy Lymphedema Day! Today is Lymphedema day, I saw it online. I am very greatful they are learning more about this. When I was young they told me to take a water pill and it didnt help. Thanks to ...
Lymphedema and flying
Hi My name is Kendra and I have lymphedema as a result of breast cancer. I wear a compression sleeve. I am also going to be flying From China to the United states. Does anyone have suggestions ...
Arimidex causes lymphedema
... side effects I am on Arimidex and side effect is lymphedema...
suggestions for dealing with lymphedema?
...d then had a course of radiation therapy. Only last year, after a slight bout of shingles, did I first notice lymphedema in my arm. It is not extreme, but if anyone has any suggestions for dealing wit...
Radiation after lymp nodes are removed, does this cause a greater chance of getting lymphedema?
...my breast and some on my scar. Will the radiation or the removal of so many lymp nodes increase my chance of lymphedema?...
lymphedema
...tory Breat CA Stage 3 B. That should be very encouraging for those of you newly diagnosed. I have developed lymphedema and off and on for 12 years have been through treatment. I am going back for L...
NOTE: Airplane travel & lymphedema
...u might be planning an airplane trip. Remember: the pressure changes in an airplane while flying can bring on lymphedema. If you are planning a trip, see your Dr. for a compression sleve, or something...
The beginning
Can you stay stong? Sometimes with lymphedema we wonder why. As we learn about how to get help and fight. We must remember that lymphedema is something alot of people have never still heard of. We ...
Arimidex Causes Lymphedema?
...midex right after I stopped my high chemo. They told me I could change but I am very happy on Arimidex! I got lymphedema from the dr checking my lymph nodes from cancer. I also have lymphedema in my l...
i have trunkel lymphedema and my therapist that i see since ...
i have trunkel lymphedema and my therapist that i see since 2006 has suggested that i need this machine. i live in maryland and am covered by breast/cervical cancer program. i recently started recievi...
Lymphedema question
...uld have all the info in order to (hopefully) give me advice. I was wondering how anyone else has dealt with lymphedema. I have some swelling in my hand and a couple of fingers which the docs have d...
Bone fracture after history of lymphedema
...relegated to these days) seem unable to, probably because of lack of experience with this matter. I have had lymphedema in my right arm for 13 years, since my first mastectomy. It hasn't been ac...
New Beginning 2, Let's Talk
Hansa, I have my new Lymphedema anklet on, I just got it. They send you ten and they are green with a snap. They say ALERT:LYMPHEDEMA No Blood tests, Blood Pressure, No I.V. or injections into this l...
SUPRACLAVICLE QUESTION-NEED HELP
Hi Donna, I am so happy it is not cancer! My answer to you is, Would you like to avoid getting cancer or lymphedema, I know lymphedema can be very painful, I have full body lymphedema. I myself would...
Sentinel Node Biopsy in the US
good evidence (though mostly retrospective studies so far) that exercise doesn't trigger lymphedema. And Dana Farber Cancer Institute is doing a prospective study on rowers (in which I'm en...
Has anyone ever had a lumpectomy with chemo, radiation then ...
...ed. (I had C & R, also.) If any were, then you will need to learn as much as you can about prevention, as lymphedema is a possibility. And it can develop years later, so, you need to be aware of t...
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