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Early stage lymphoedema
Hi everyone. So I’ve just come back from one of my lymphoedema clinic appointments and they said my sozo measures and arm measurements were a bit high. I’ve been given some extra exercises and self ly...
I have been managing my lymphedema by wearing a compression sleeve daily for a minimum of 10 hours. I also participate in an exercise program with individual support. Over the next three months, I will attend a group session to learn how to massage my arm. Every six weeks, I have an appointment with a lymphedema therapist at the hospital, who mentioned that the condition could be reversed if I consistently wear my sleeve every day. Managing lymphedema is just another part of this 'breast cancer project.' I believe this is the way forward, whether it's pleasant or not. I am also thinking to go with a night compression sleeve instead of daily. Something that I am going to discuss with my lymphedema therapist at my next appointment.