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Was wondering how you’re doing. My mom appears to have lymphedema in her right arm. I’ve...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1201849/

My mom appears to have lymphedema in

Discussion: Lymphedema Pain

Support Group: Cancer: Managing Symptoms

Posted: Jan 1 2:09pm

I too had a double mastectomy 2 years ago. 3 lymph nodes removed and a flat...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/988794/

with range of motion, strength and lymphedema

Discussion: Double mastectomy: Anyone have major side effects and/or regrets?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Dec 30, 2023

Good decision. I had one session with an OT who showed me exercises and massage techniques....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/891676/

I had developed some lymphedema.

Discussion: Swelling after sentinel lymph node biopsy (SLNB)

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 7, 2023

Hello, I know this is a confusing and difficult time. In 2000 I had stage two...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1123965/

I did get lymphedema in my arm afterwards ... deal with some problems such as the lymphedema ... therapist immediately upon getting the lymphedema

Discussion: Radiation Therapy for breast cancer: What was your experience?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Aug 15, 2024

Lymphedema is swelling due to build-up of lymph fluid in the body. It usually happens in...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/851309/

Lymphedema is swelling due to build-up

Discussion: tight ring around legs from wearing socks, cuts off circulation?

Support Group: Neuropathy

Posted: Apr 29, 2023

i did get it following lumpectomy and lymph node removal. You really need to do the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/257640/

you any exercises to help prevent lymphedema

Discussion: Cording / Axillary Web Syndrome (AWS)

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 4, 2019

I, too, had pain and swelling in my breast after radiation. After seeing my breast surgeon...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1108607/

breast surgeon it was diagnosed as lymphedema

Discussion: Pain, tenderness return 10 months after lumpectomy: What does it mean?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 20, 2024

I would definitely go for PT. The pain in my armpit and at sentinel node did...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/968574/

about 9 months until I went for Breast lymphedema

Discussion: How long should I expect pain in armpit after removal of lymph nodes?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 21, 2023

I've had the reddish brown spots on my legs most of my adult life. I do...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/937350/

compression socks after being diagnosed with lymphedema

Discussion: Does anyone have brown patches on their legs between ankles and knees

Support Group: Neuropathy

Posted: Sep 27, 2023

Thank you for sharing you experience. I never heard about the lymphedema until your post, that...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/954361/

I never heard about the lymphedema until

Discussion: Partial Glossectomy with free flap rebuild of tongue

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Oct 26, 2023

My left foot has discoloration that fades and comes back. It doesn’t affect me but I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/880544/

I was diagnosed with lymphedema after

Discussion: Long Covid legs and toes red.

Support Group: Post-COVID Recovery & COVID-19

Posted: Jun 18, 2023

@jkh Sorry about your struggles. I can relate to much of your post. I 'thought' I'd...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/732699/

was a good sign but I too developed lymphedema ... I struggle daily with the lymphedema ... and have joined the Lymphedema Action

Discussion: Lobular Breast Cancer: Let's share and support each other

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 31, 2022

Hi Fay @faybe, My feet feel like they are being squeezed all of the time but...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1337353/

have in addition to my neuropathy, lymphedema

Discussion: socks and neuropathy please read

Support Group: Neuropathy

Posted: Jun 28 6:18pm

You are so right. They don't want us well because they wouldn't make money. I am...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1340243/

am on BP med, CKD meds, CHF meds, lymphedema

Discussion: How did you wean off Metoprolol?

Support Group: Heart Rhythm Conditions

Posted: Jul 3 9:12am

This radiation lymphedema certainly has done a number one me and I'm in full on struggle...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1344600/

This radiation lymphedema certainly

Discussion: Lymphedema - new support group: Let's connect

Support Group: Cancer: Managing Symptoms

Posted: 5 days ago

I had a recent PT assessment for Stage 1 lymphedema (truncal/axila)following a lumpectomy and radiation earlier...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/950138/

a recent PT assessment for Stage 1 lymphedema

Discussion: Pain and tightness axila to bottom of rib cage

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 19, 2023

Many in my family have lipomas. Mother, her sisters, her mother and aunts. This is NOT...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/925396/

This is NOT lymphedema.

Discussion: Dercum’s Disease: Looking to connect with others

Support Group: Chronic Pain

Posted: Sep 6, 2023

I know this is an older post but did you have Lymph node transfer surgery? I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/884773/

Lymphedema began a year later in my

Discussion: Surgery for lymphedema

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 25, 2023

Hello All! - Re: Lymphedema that the doctors told me I couldn't/didn't have and the consequences...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/87509/

- Re: Lymphedema that the doctors told ... they said I was at very low risk for lymphedema ... months and continued my own personal lymphedema ... my story - I should NOT have gotten lymphedema ... to do to remain safe from or with lymphedema

Discussion: Concerned about the side effects of anastrozole

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Dec 19, 2019

I added a couple photos. Large one is when I had swelling in rib/back area and...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1083098/

Ask your OT or lymphedema person or

Discussion: Anybody had the experiences of wearing compression bras post surgery?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 8, 2024