The fight against 'Fat arm' A painful condition, lymphedema, is finally attracting the attention of medical research By susan ferraro daily news staff writer In late 1997, Pari Dulac - a vibrant ...

I was thankful she remembered! I reminded her I had lymphedema in both arms. She looked bewildered until I said, “You can use my left arm but you’ll have to place the cuff low, between my elbow and ...

Dear F.S.: Lymphedema is swelling (“-edema”) caused by improper working of the lymphatics (“lymph-”). In many people, lymphedema happens after a medical or surgical problem, such as arm ...

VEGF-inducing gene therapy did not significantly improve outcomes with vascularized lymph node transfer for lymphedema. Arm volume reduction and quality of life were similar between treatment groups.

When many lymph nodes are removed along with a tumor, some patients develop painful and debilitating swelling — lymphedema. More doctors should recognize and help prevent the problem, surgeons say.

Staying hydrated is essential; it encourages movement and helps manage lymphedema during long flights. Proper arm care includes using lotions, antibiotics, and water massages to maintain comfort and ...

Approximately half of patients with breast cancer-related arm lymphedema develop the condition 12 to 30 months postoperatively, Chan said. However, the condition can emerge many years after surgery.

Note: Run/Walk to Fight Lymphedema and Lymphatic Diseases will be held this Sunday at Sloan’s Lake Park in Denver. For more information, visit this link. “I would say I got bit by the ...

Prospective Surveillance for Breast Cancer-Related Arm Lymphedema: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis – An ASCO Reading Room selection April 5, 2022 • 2 min read ...