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Lymphoedema Information & Events

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Mez_BCNA
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3 days ago

This discussion thread can be used by members to add any lymphoedema information and events that may be of interest to other members!

Lymphoedema can develop after breast cancer surgery or radiotherapy treatment. If lymph nodes are removed – usually from the armpit – fluid can build up and cause swelling known as ‘lymphoedema’.

Find out what causes it, ways to reduce your risk of lymphoedema, and what to do if you develop lymphoedema.

Signs and symptoms of lymphoedema

Reduce your risk of lymphoedema

Lymphoedema treatment

Compression garments for lymphoedema

Coping with lymphoedema

Watch Ask the Expert 'Living well with lymphoedema' - with Maree O’Connor 

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    • Kristen's avatar
      Kristen
      Member
      3 days ago

      Do join LAA as a member first , to then get half price registration for the information day. Virtual too, recordings only to those who register. !! Don't miss it.  https://www.lymphaustralia.org.au/membership/become-a-member/

      I started going to these info days 15 years ago when i just started getting a puffy arm and my therapist encouraged me to learn  why i need to take action to slow the swelling no and not wait a day longer- best thing i ever did for myself.  Learn and take away the fear. Get empowered  so you can control your lymphoedema.

      Other information in my older thread eg our zoom support group , my personal Lymphodema Lymphatic Stuff socials. Lymphoedema Information Day | BCNA Online Network

       

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