lymphedema

Lymphedema Awareness Month

Lymphedema Awareness Month

Woman's Hospital

Millions of people worldwide are affected by lymphedema, and many breast cancer patients who have had lymph nodes removed or radiation face an increased risk. It’s important to know the signs and symptoms of lymphedema so you can recognize it early and start treatment right away. What is Lymphedema? Lymphedema is swelling that occurs when […]

One Woman’s Lymphedema Diagnosis

One Woman’s Lymphedema Diagnosis

Woman's Hospital

Lymphedema is the swelling of a body part, typically an arm or leg, due to the accumulation of protein-rich fluid in the subcutaneous tissues (under the skin). If left undiagnosed or untreated, lymphedema can result in infection, pain, deformity and loss of function. Sometimes the cause of lymphedema is from lymph node removal during cancer […]