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Lymphedemia Surgery treatment
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I have lymphedemia in right arm as a result of removal of lymph nodes and radiation .
I have been investigating a lymph node transplant pioneered by Dr Corinne Becker of Paris ( she is on you ...
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Hi Barbara
I agree with Susan. You focus on becoming well and making every success of this surgery. Perhaps you are a trail blazer for other Australian women in this field. You can show them how it's done and make such a difference to others (no pressure!). So you rest and recover. That's your only job for now. Looking after you.
My sister also suffered dreadfully with lymphodema, so I know a little of how challenging and painful it can be. I do feel for you. You must be so brave to even have the strength and conviction to travel so far to have this surgery. I think you must be a very special person, as is your friend. Such an honor for both of you to do this together.
Much love and many well wishes
Sarah