Lymphedema is one of the most feared complications after cancer surgery. The swelling in a limb can be life-altering. However, a new approach can offer the possibility of not developing lymphedema at ...

Dr. Sheri Prentiss shares how early detection and patient advocacy can prevent chronic lymphedema and improve quality of life ...

Patients with breast cancer may be able to avoid lymphedema, which can occur after surgery to remove lymph nodes in the armpit (the axilla), by having radiotherapy instead. New findings, presented at ...

DOYLESTOWN, Pa. (WPVI) -- Lymphedema has been a long-standing worry after cancer surgery or radiation, particularly breast cancer. But it's now possible to reduce, or even prevent these swelling ...

COLUMBUS, Ohio (Ivanhoe Newswire) – Lymphedema is a condition where fluid gets trapped in an arm or leg and causes swelling – most often after cancer surgery to remove lymph nodes. Until recently, ...

Breast cancer survivor Dr. Sheri Prentiss discusses shifting oncology care from a "wait and see" approach to early lymphedema ...

Lymphedema is swelling caused by a build-up of lymph fluid. It can be a side effect of cancer treatment. This build-up can cause discomfort. It often happens in the arms or legs, but can also occur in ...

End-stage lymphedema may benefit from referral to a plastic surgeon specializing in lymphedema surgery. In this review, we attempt to review the incidence, risk factors, staging, prevention, and ...

Nivolumab Versus Docetaxel in Previously Treated Patients With Advanced Non–Small-Cell Lung Cancer: Two-Year Outcomes From Two Randomized, Open-Label, Phase III Trials (CheckMate 017 and CheckMate 057 ...

Bachelor Nation's Cam Ayala is meeting life's challenges with a smile on his face. Cam, who appeared on the 15th season of The Bachelorette and the sixth season of Bachelor in Paradise in 2019, ...

Lymphedema may occur in patients with cancers of the head and neck due to radiation after surgery. Internal lymphedema (swelling inside the body) may result from chemotherapy for head and neck cancer.