Lymphedema - compression garments
Hello I'm 15 months post DMX and lymph node clearance on one side - no chemo or radiation. I'm doing very well and amongst other stuff, I'm working hard on my lymph system, which is in a bit of a mes...
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@KimF I was lucky & didn't get lymphedema or cording .... some terrific info here tho - @Kristen's info is GOLD!!! And a great idea to check out the burns compression garments, @AllyJay xx
After my surgery, at my first 'checkup' - part of my 'team management' was seeing a Lymphedema specialist who explained the massaging techniques and 'signs' to look for ..... she also did a massage on me too.
A buddy in Vic has really bad lymphedema in one arm - the whole arm is more than double the size of her normal arm - but I think she is resigned to it now .... not sure if she wears compression gear - always in long sleeves ... but the hand is a give away.
@Mez_BCNA - I think those with lymphedema and/or cording really deserve their own Private Group, as it is such a specialised area - where they can share photos & techniques/solutions & info (and Kristen's post here could be STICKIED at the top as it has such valuable links!) They are both severe, ongoing side effects of BC & any new info & techniques would be added as they become available .... what do you think, girls?
After my surgery, at my first 'checkup' - part of my 'team management' was seeing a Lymphedema specialist who explained the massaging techniques and 'signs' to look for ..... she also did a massage on me too.
A buddy in Vic has really bad lymphedema in one arm - the whole arm is more than double the size of her normal arm - but I think she is resigned to it now .... not sure if she wears compression gear - always in long sleeves ... but the hand is a give away.
@Mez_BCNA - I think those with lymphedema and/or cording really deserve their own Private Group, as it is such a specialised area - where they can share photos & techniques/solutions & info (and Kristen's post here could be STICKIED at the top as it has such valuable links!) They are both severe, ongoing side effects of BC & any new info & techniques would be added as they become available .... what do you think, girls?