Lymphedema is a swelling that can happen in the hand, arm, chest, or breast after removal of lymph nodes for breast cancer. When I started practicing over 15 years ago, most women with lymphedema came to the clinic with their swelling already advanced, ie a visibly swollen arm or breast. Today, we know better. We […]
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How to Deal with Lymphedema after Breast Cancer
One in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer, and the removal of lymph nodes (lymph node biopsy or dissection) is a necessary procedure to help doctors figure out the best treatment plan. However, the removal of lymph nodes can have side effects such as lymphedema. What is Lymphedema? Lymphedema is a swelling that […]
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