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Lymphedema Information and exercises

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Lymphedema is swelling due to build-up of lymph fluid in the body. Lymphedema usually happens in parts of the body where lymph nodes have been removed or damaged by cancer treatment.

The information below will help you to:

  • Recover from surgery
  • Know the signs and symptoms of lymphedema
  • Learn how to prevent or reduce the signs and symptoms of lymphedema

Breast cancer surgery – an information booklet for men

Breast cancer surgery – an information booklet for women

Exercises after upper body lymph node removal or breast surgery – men

Exercises after upper body lymph node removal or breast surgery – women

Lymphedema and breast cancer – women

Lymphedema and breast cancer – men

Lymphedema – upper body exercises for men

Lymphedema – upper body exercises for women

Lymphedema of the Leg

 

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