Forum: her2group
11-19-2014, 07:41 PM
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Re: Mild Lymphedema
Hi DogLover: With regards to your breast lymphedema- You mentioned that you consulted with three "certified lymphedema specialists" about your enlarged breast and they recommended compression...
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Forum: her2group
09-14-2014, 08:56 PM
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Re: Mild Lymphedema
Hello RedHen: Pearl wears a compression sleeve and glove every day. She choses a compression class 1 or 2 elastic circular-knit sleeve when she is in minimum discomfort, and a custom flat-knit sleeve...
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Forum: her2group
09-13-2014, 04:14 PM
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Re: Mild Lymphedema
Europa: BonnieR is correct. It is better not to wear an elastic circular knit compression sleeve when your arm is not active, like sitting watching TV, sitting on a plane or sleeping. The resting...
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Forum: her2group
09-13-2014, 04:07 PM
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Re: Mild Lymphedema
It is very empowering when you have the tools! Use them to not allow the lymphedema to get ahead of you. My wife Pearl is a 22-year survivor of breast cancer who has had lymphedema from the day one....
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Forum: her2group
09-13-2014, 01:39 PM
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Replies: 18
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Re: Swelling?
The removal or radiation of a single node can disrupt the lymphatic drainage of the breast and/or arm. Do not let any person tell you otherwise. A recent clinical study on a rabbit demonstrated that...
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Forum: her2group
09-13-2014, 01:22 PM
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Re: Mild Lymphedema
Hi Europa,
Yes, there is an internationally-accepted protocol for lymphedema called (variously) complex/complete decongestive therapy (CDT). It comprises: manual lymph drainage (MLD); compression...
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Forum: her2group
09-13-2014, 01:12 PM
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Replies: 17
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Re: Update on lymphedema ?
Suggest that you obtain a referral to a lymphedema-trained and certified therapist to assess your situation. I cannot diagnose your condition, but I would suggest that a course of complex...
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