Lymphedema
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The lymphatic system is a network of tissues and organs. It is made up mainly of lymph vessels, lymph nodes and lymph. Lymph vessels, which are different from blood vessels, carry fluid called lymph throughout your body.
The lymphatic system collects excess fluid and proteins from body tissues and carries them back to the bloodstream. Edema, or swelling, may happen when there is an increase in the amount of fluid or because of a blockage in the lymphatic system. The accumulation of lymph is called lymphedema.
Causes of lymphedema include
- Infection
- Cancer
- Scar tissue from radiation therapy or surgical removal of lymph nodes
- Inherited conditions in which lymph nodes or vessels are absent or abnormal
Treatment includes physical methods, such as compression stockings, and medicines.
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Is there a cure for lymphedema?
talkabouthealth.com — “Currently, there is no cure for lymphedema. Lymphedema can be treated in several ways. Mild lymphedema can be treated by elevating the affected limb and the us” View full resource at talkabouthealth.com
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The pain of lymphedema
washingtonpost.com — “As one of the patients who was interviewed for Ranit Mishori's article "Cancer's little-known aftershock" [Nov. 9], I am so pleased that you published this article exploring the patient perspective of lymphedema, while including solid medical references.” View full resource at washingtonpost.com
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Lymphedema - National Cancer Institute
cancer.gov — “Expert-reviewed information summary about the anatomy, pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer-related lymphedema.” View full resource at cancer.gov
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Aqua Therapy for Lymphedema
massagemag.com — “Aqua lymphatic therapy is a form of movement therapy for women suffering from lymphedema due to breast-cancer treatment. Recent research has shown that this modality results in significant immediate improvements in limb volume, along with increased quality of life and adherence rates.” View full resource at massagemag.com
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Who is at risk for lymphedema?
talkabouthealth.com — “Lymphedema is swelling caused by the accumulation of lymph fluid in tissues. When the fluid accumulates in a place from which is does not have an easy exit (li” View full resource at talkabouthealth.com
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Lymphedema: eMedicine Dermatology
emedicine.medscape.com — “Overview: Lymphedema is an abnormal collection of protein-rich fluid in the interstitium due to a defect in the lymphatic drainage network. Lymphedema most commonly affects the extremities, but it can involve the face, genitalia, or trunk. Numerous ...” View full resource at emedicine.medscape.com
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Lymphedema is the medical term used to describe the collection of fluids due to a blockage in the lymphatic system. http://bit.ly/aQ8drc
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Lymphatic Obstruction (Lymphedema) - Physiopedia - The physiotherapy and physical therapy wiki and encyclopaedia
physio-pedia.com — “Written by physiotherapists and physical therapists for the physiotherapy and physical therapy profession, the aim is to create an international on-line resource for accessible for all rehabilitation and health care professionals.” View full resource at physio-pedia.com
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Understanding Lymphedema - Events - Breast Investigators
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Surgery Medical News about Lymphedema
mdlinx.com — “Godoy & Godoy technique in the treatment of lymphedema for under-privileged populations” View full resource at mdlinx.com
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Touch Therapies Reduce Secondary Lymphedema
massagemag.com — “Many women who have breast-cancer surgery that involves the dissection of axillary lymph nodes develop secondary lymphedema. New research shows a combination of massage therapy, manual lymph drainage and assisted shoulder exercises reduced the development of secondary lymphedema for at least one year after breast-cancer surgery.” View full resource at massagemag.com
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Lymphedema: Risk Reduction and Management Strategies
newswise.com — “There are no scientific studies showing that lymphedema can be prevented, but there are ways to lower your risk of developing this treatment side effect. During the 10th Annual Conference for Young Women Affected by Breast Cancer, we will explore the myths and recent scientific evidence about lymphedema, learn about risk reduction techniques and discuss approaches to lymphedema management, including exercise, physical therapy, lymphatic drainage, massage and other treatment methods.” View full resource at newswise.com
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Lymphedema: eMedicine General Surgery
emedicine.medscape.com — “Overview: Lymphedema is a notoriously debilitating progressive condition with no known cure. The unfortunate patient faces a lifelong struggle of medical, and sometimes surgical, treatment fraught with potentially lethal complications.The underlying problem is lymphatic dysfunction, resulting in an ...” View full resource at emedicine.medscape.com
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Early physical therapy may help to prevent lymphedema following breast cancer surgery. At http://bit.ly/duDO5N
Lymphedema Treatment and Advice | Walnut Creek Chiropractic
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#walnutcreek: Lymphedema Treatment and Advice http://www.walnutcreekchiropractic.org/lymphedema-treatment-and-advice/
Definitive Link Between Morbid Obesity and Severe Lymphedema
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