Lymphedema

Lymphedema After Breast Cancer: Why Rehab Matters

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Breast cancer treatment doesn’t end when active treatment does — for many survivors, the next chapter includes managing lymphedema, a swelling condition caused by damage to the lymphatic system from surgery or radiation. According to the Lymphedema Education & Research Network (LE&RN), up to 1 in 5 breast cancer survivors will develop it, sometimes months … Read more

What Are the Early Signs of Lymphedema After Cancer Treatment?

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If you’ve finished treatment for breast cancer, a gynecologic cancer, melanoma, or any cancer that involved removing or irradiating lymph nodes, you’ve probably heard the word “lymphedema” at some point along the way. Maybe your surgeon mentioned it before your operation, or a nurse handed you a pamphlet you tucked away and forgot about. It’s … Read more