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Active cancer and Lymphoedema treatment

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Cancer has recurred after one year (cervical). Is it true that I need to stop use of compression and MLD for Lymphoedema? Panicking at the thought...would love some advice x

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Sparkle44

Hi Linwoo! So sorry to hear your news! I have primary Lymphedema and unfortunately I don’t know the answer to your question. Could you seek advice from the Lymphedema clinic at St George’s Hospital?

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Lynora

Hi Linwoo - I have sent you a PM

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Linwoo in reply to Lynora

Thanks Lynora

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lovesradio

So vexed to hear your news. You may be able to get advice from LSN Helpline 020 7351 4480 lymphoedema.org

I know that there are reservations about deep massage during cancer but sld is not deep massage!

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Linwoo in reply to lovesradio

Thank you!

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