lymphedema

Dlorezzz

I have finished chemo and now headed for radiation but afraid it will make my lymphedema worse

Binney4

Diorezzz, welcome!

I hear your concern and hope we can help you lower your risk and avoid our "swell" sisterhood!

The National Lymphedema Network's medical advisory board recently wrote a new Position Paper about the care we bc gals should receive regarding lymphedema. It's here:
http://www.lymphnet.org/pdfDocs/nlnBCLE.pdf

It recommends early evaluation and baseline arm measurements by a well-qualified lymphedema therapist. Here's how to find one near you:
http://www.stepup-speakout.org/Finding_a_Qualified_Lymphedema_Therapist.htm

And here are some suggestions for lowering your risk of lymphedema:
http://www.stepup-speakout.org/riskreduction_for_lymphedema.htm

The GOOD news is that most bc veterans don't ever develop lymphedema. And for those of us who do, there is good medical help available (though it may take some searching) And, believe me, we're all here to help any way we can.

Gentle hugs,
Binney

inspiewriter

Binney always has the best advice!