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It’s one of lymphoedema’s dirty tricks that it can start up to 15 years after the removal
of lymph nodes that triggers secondary lymphoedema. I feel almost lucky I was diagnosed after seven months! For ten years I have worn a compression sleeve (well, most days!), seen a therapist every six weeks or so for massage and advice, and my lymphoedema is really manageable, stable and hardly affects my life at all. Not everyone is lucky. Getting treatment early is key. Learn about your risks, what you can do, specialised advice in your area. It’s worth it.
of lymph nodes that triggers secondary lymphoedema. I feel almost lucky I was diagnosed after seven months! For ten years I have worn a compression sleeve (well, most days!), seen a therapist every six weeks or so for massage and advice, and my lymphoedema is really manageable, stable and hardly affects my life at all. Not everyone is lucky. Getting treatment early is key. Learn about your risks, what you can do, specialised advice in your area. It’s worth it.
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