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For those of us for whom our gardens are special, or for whom our gardens aided in our recovery whether physical or emotional, post your photos of your garden that bring you joy. Cassia fistula (Go...
Hi @Sophilina
After a mastectomy and axillary clearance, I did unfortunately get lymphoedema but it affects very little and I can still work in the garden (I am not a good gardener but sort of enjoy it!) so don’t be put off doing what you like. Gloves by all means (I invariably forget!) and watch out for rose thorns. Most of all, any scratches, stop, wash, disinfect straight away. Lymphoedema can be very manageable, just very unpredictable as to getting it. You may find it useful to talk with a good, qualified lymphoedema therapist for advice on protection/early detection. Best wishes.
After a mastectomy and axillary clearance, I did unfortunately get lymphoedema but it affects very little and I can still work in the garden (I am not a good gardener but sort of enjoy it!) so don’t be put off doing what you like. Gloves by all means (I invariably forget!) and watch out for rose thorns. Most of all, any scratches, stop, wash, disinfect straight away. Lymphoedema can be very manageable, just very unpredictable as to getting it. You may find it useful to talk with a good, qualified lymphoedema therapist for advice on protection/early detection. Best wishes.