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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’.
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Hi All
Lymphoedema Association Australia is an organisation of volunteers aiming to support anyone living with lymphoedema.
On 26/7/25 we are holding an information day in Sydney. Details below. For full disclosure, I am the current board President
https://www.lymphaustralia.org.au/eventdetails/29672/laa-sydney-public-information-day-nsw
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