I developed lymphedema in 2016 despite only having 3 nodes removed. I've evaded cellulitis until last week. My swelling & redness have improved significantly at the one week mark, but my armpit is still quite tender. What have others done in terms of resuming use of the Flexi Touch pump? I will double check with my…
I had 23 lymph nodes removed due to my first Dx with breast cancer in 2003, and immediately had lymphedema in my left arm. I am getting ready for my pre-surgery appointment in an hour with my PS for exchange surgery for implant and to have mapping of both arms. This is due to my third BC Dx! (was Dx in both breasts, the…
I just got lymphedema and I'm scared it's the end of living life normally and of nice events in my life. I wanted to ask you to tell about nice moments you've got since you've got lymphedema and give us newbies some courage. Are there any nice moments? Are they daily? Is there still a lifejoy? Does it resamble to 'normal…
Hello, Yesterday I got lymphedema. I'm starting chemo tommorrow. I want to buy a glove and wear it today. But doctor says I must do lymph drainage first, but he doesn't want to do it during chemo. He says that glove is pointless without lymph drainage. I'll be on chemo for 6 months and I think that is too long time to wait…