Lymph Circulation Disorders
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THE LATEST on LE
Info on dealing with your insurance company about lymphedema issues, LE in the national news and becoming an advocate for the cause.
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Lymphedema Study
LE research shows more than HALF of breast cancer survivors develop lymphedema.
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CV * LE Legislation
Moving forward on the CVI and LE Patients Bill of Rights
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CVI and Lymphedema Patient Bill of Rights - Part II
Part II of CVI and Lymphedema Patient Bill of Rights
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CVI and Lymphedema Patient Rights Bill
Part I of the CVI and Lymphedema Patient Rights Bill
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Lymphedema Bills
Why we need lymphedema legislation and what you can do to make it happen.
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Axillary Dissection or Radiation?
Review of findings of a study comparing use of axillary node dissection vs. radiation therapy in women with invasive breast cancer.
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Let The Buyer Beware!
Infomercials and ads, in all media forms, are designed to sell you a product. Make sure to do your research!
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Conditions Related to Lymphedema
Conditions associated with lymphedema
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Cellulitis
Cellulitis is a complication of lymphedema: causes, treatment, prognosis
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NLN Conventions
National Lymphedema Network - a preview of their upcoming conference in Reno, Nevada.
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Complications of Lymphedema
Brief description of lymphedema complications.
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Need Your Input!
Questionnaire about LE and causes/relationships.
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The Lymphatic System in Detail
A comprehensive look at the various parts of the lymphatic system.
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Lymphedema Research
Lymphatic research, including skin calipers, truncal edema and primary LE.
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Clinical Trials for Lymphedema
Clinical trials available and related to lymphedema.
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MARCH is for Lymphedema D-Day
Campaign to raise lymphedema awareness and proclaim LE D-Day in each state.
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Lymphedema Studies
Lymphedema research attempts to find the triggers or causes of this condition.
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Jump for Your Lymphatic System!
Trampoline jumping helps lymphatic flow.
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Required Reading
Lymphedema books
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Kinesio Taping
New method for treating lymphedema - Kinesio Taping.
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Lymphedema Therapist Training
Requirements for lymphedema therapist certification. What to look for when selecting a lymphedema therapist. A listing of North American lymphedema training programs and certification.
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Lymphedema Organizations
Lymphedema organizations within the United States.
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The Lymphatic System - for the Lay Person
A short explanation of the lymphatic system, in simple, non-medical terms.
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The NLN's 18 Steps of Prevention
NLN's list of do's and don'ts for lymphedema prevention.
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How Do I Know If I Have Lymphedema?
The signs and stages of lymphedema.
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What Is Lymphedema?
General background about lymphedema.
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Lymphedema and Breast Cancer, The Causes and The Symptoms
Learn how Lymphedema can develop in Breast Cancer patients
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Planning A Trip With Lymphedema
Learn what every lymphedema patient should do before traveling.
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A Conference For Lymphedema Patients
This article announces an upcoming NLN conference for people who have lymphedema
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Foot care for Lower Extremity Lymphedema
Learn some guidelines on how to take care of your feet if you're suffering from lower extremity lymphedema
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Treating Chronic Lymphedema Part 2
Part 2 of article about another method for treating Chronic Lymphedema
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Treating Chronic Lymphedema
This article describes how to treat Chronic Lymphedema.
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The Last Eight Ways To Protect Affected Limbs
These are the final eight of the twenty-four ways to protect an affected limb according to the American Lymphedema Institute.
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Eight More Ways To Protect Affected Limbs
Part 2 of ways to protect affected limbs from the onset of Lymphedema and if you already have it.
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Protecting your affected limbs
Eight things to do to protect the affected limbs when lymphedema occurs.
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Symptoms of an Infection and how to Treat it.
I talk about the time I got my first infection. I discuss the symptoms and what was done to treat it.
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The Various But Wonderful World of Compression Garments
Provides a summary of the various compression garments available for people with Lymphedema.
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Treating Lymphedema
This article discusses how to treatment of lymphedema from diagnosis to home self-care.
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Symptoms of Lymphedema
The article describes 3 different stages of Lymphedema, which range from mild to severe forms of this rare disorder.
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The Most Serious Form Of Lymphedema and What Causes It
This article describes the most serious type of Lymphedema, secondary lymphedema.
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Living With Lymphedema
This article describes how I live with the mildest form of lymphedema, primary lymphedema
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Lymphedema: What it is and What Causes it
This article describes what lymphedema is, what causes it and how it is treated
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