Re: Help with Lymphedema
Hi there,
I would get a referral to a lymphedema specialist. Mine started with a spider bite (by the way, a good many cases start with just a bug bite!) and then progressed. I'm careful with my arm, especially cuts, etc. The specialist will give her exercises to do to prevent it and if there is any swelling beyond the bug bite, will fit her with a sleeve, etc.
Anyway, I am back to playing tennis but switch between arms.
-Julie
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Julie
Live in Orange County, CA
Diagnosed with DCIS Oct. 2012
Bilateral Dec. 19, 2012
IDC, ER/PR-, Her2+++, Grade 3
Stage IIIa
15.6 cm
4/14 nodes + macrometastases
First thing each morning, I try on my bathing suit. Then, nothing worse can happen the rest of the day.
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