Lymphedema is swelling caused by the build-up of fluid in soft body tissues. There are two types of lymphedema:
Lymphedema can occur after any cancer or treatment that affects the flow of lymph through the lymph nodes. It may develop within days or many years after treatment. Lymphedema usually affects an arm or leg, but it can also affect other parts of the body.
This InfoGuide focuses primarily on cancer related secondary lymphedema.
Source: National Cancer Institute - Lymphedema
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Swedish - Lymphedema Symptoms and Treatments - 4:45 minutes
An oncology nurse navigator shares what cancer survivors need to know about lymphedema.
Cancer Support Community Los Angeles - Lymphedema After Treatment for Breast Cancer with Dr. Ashley Marumoto and Dr. Stephanie Angarita. 47:19 minutes
Lymphedema Education & Research Network - Living With Lymphedema - 58:30 minutes
Sheila H. Ridner, PhD, RN, FAAN, talks about how to come to terms with your lymphedema and the steps to take to live a fulfilling life. This talk is a part of the LE&RN Symposium series which provides education on the prevention, diagnosis and management of lymphatic disease. Click here to access the full library of videos.
MD Anderson Cancer Center - Lymphedema management: Manual lymph drainage for lower extremities - 8:20 minutes
The following special treatment guidelines apply to treatment with Manual Lymph Drainage of the Lower Extremities and differ from the principle of classic massage.
MD Anderson Cancer Center - Lymphedema management: Manual lymph drainage for upper extremities - 10:00 minutes
The following special treatment guidelines apply to treatment with manual lymph drainage of the upper extremities and differ from the principle of classic massage.
