Lymphedema, severe swelling everywhere

Kudra

My friend in Ft. Lauderdale has severe lymphedema in her right arm. Severe swelling in both feet, left leg, left chest area.

She's stage 4, on faslodex and xgeva, went through radiation. Went for expander surgery. While having surgery her bp went to 70/30 and her kidneys started shutting down. She was rushed to ICU and stayed for 4 days. That was in late March. Now she's swollen severely.

I am stage 4, but haven't had any of her problems. I was hoping someone knew of a LANA certified lymphedema expert in the Fort Lauderdale area. I'm afraid for her. My terminology is probably bad, so sorry. I was hoping for advice, referrals, etc. 

thank you so much!

Rebecca

Moderators

Hi Rebecca,

We're sorry to hear about your friend! The main Breastcancer.org site offers some advice on Finding a Lymphedema Therapist, including how to find one in your area, as well as questions to ask to help qualify them!

We hope this helps!

--The Mods

Kudra

thank you so much. I'll get right on it. It's is wonderful that you do what you do! Much love to you and yours.