Lymphedema, sorting through the confusion – 7 tips to help There still seems to be a fair amount of confusion out there about lymphedema in general, the true risk of developing it during or after breast cancer treatment, and about preventative measures a patient should adopt as part of her/his lifestyle. Things are improving, but …
Lymphedema
Are you a man or woman living with lymphedema or do you care about someone who is? Are you concerned about developing lymphedema following your breast cancer surgery or radiation treatment? Do you dread donning your drab beige-colored lymphedema sleeve or gauntlet when you garden, exercise or get on an airplane? If you answered yes, …
As many of you know, recently hubby and I escaped the cold February temps and headed south for a week. We really needed to get away for a lot of reasons. Last year we drove to the same destination. This year we decided to travel by air thanks to “flying stand-by perks” we received via …
Let’s talk about one of those labels often thrown around post-cancer treatment when you are turned loose and expected to get back out there — also known as figuring out life under the ‘new normal’ umbrella. Or, simply finding your new normal, whatever that means. Following treatment (if you’re “lucky” enough to have a treatment …
Lymphedema is another reason for self-advocacy alright. As a follow up to the previous great guest post by Jan, I decided to share a little about my limited knowledge and experience with lymphedema. This is an important topic that is not given nearly enough attention. I read somewhere that every woman (and man) who has had breast …