Hello Margndog and thanks for posting

I am sorry to hear about your situation and appreciate you having questions

Lymphoedema is a possible risk with a lymph node dissection. However sometimes it is unavoidable even when doing all the right things but I can suggest some things that can help or in the case of lymphoedema some ways to help manage and control it.

Firstly it's great to hear you enjoy walking and getting out and about. This is great not just for the body but for the mind too. Any exercise but walking in particular helps to get the circulation and the lymphatic system moving. Even after surgery patients should be following the advice given by their team in performing regular movement and exercise as soon as they can.

Eating a balanced diet to manage a healthy weight also helps to prevent and manage lymphoedema.

Keeping good skin hygiene and moisturisation can also play an important role in preventing breakdown of the skin that could introduce infection.

I hope this is helpful but please get back to us if you need any more information or support.  You may find it helpful to talk things through with one of the nurses on our helpline.  The number to call is Freephone 0808 800 4040 and the lines are open from 9am till 5pm Monday to Friday.

wishing you all the best,

Take care

Naomi

Hello Margndog and thanks for posting

I am sorry to hear about your situation and appreciate you having questions

Lymphoedema is a possible risk with a lymph node dissection. However sometimes it is unavoidable even when doing all the right things but I can suggest some things that can help or in the case of lymphoedema some ways to help manage and control it.

Firstly it's great to hear you enjoy walking and getting out and about. This is great not just for the body but for the mind too. Any exercise but walking in particular helps to get the circulation and the lymphatic system moving. Even after surgery patients should be following the advice given by their team in performing regular movement and exercise as soon as they can.

Eating a balanced diet to manage a healthy weight also helps to prevent and manage lymphoedema.

Keeping good skin hygiene and moisturisation can also play an important role in preventing breakdown of the skin that could introduce infection.

I hope this is helpful but please get back to us if you need any more information or support.  You may find it helpful to talk things through with one of the nurses on our helpline.  The number to call is Freephone 0808 800 4040 and the lines are open from 9am till 5pm Monday to Friday.

wishing you all the best,

Take care

Naomi