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Struggling with Lymphoedema

Offline Shivyog 8 days ago

I have been whon herceptin for nearly 3 years and now developed lymphedema My left is swollen and have injury on my right toe. Unable to walk. Walking with an aluminium stick is also difficult. My hands and legs below left knee swollen. Feeling bit helpless

Moderator Steph 6 days ago

A very warm welcome to the Cancer Chat community Shivyog, although I'm sorry to hear you've developed lymphoedema.

Quite a few of our members will be very familiar with the issues you're having, having been diagnosed with this as well so you are not alone Shivyog, and I'm sure it won't be long until some of them stop by to offer their support and advice.

You can find out more about coping with lymphoedema on our website, but if it would help to talk things through with one of our cancer nurses, you can do so on 0808 800 4040. Their phone lines are open Monday - Friday between 9a.m - 5p.m and they'll do all they can to address your concerns and support you at this difficult time.

Kind regards,

Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator
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