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lymphedema

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    Living with Lymphedema: What You Need to Know

    October 6, 2016

    Lymphedema is swelling that generally occurs in the arms and legs when the lymph system is damaged. Learn more about this chronic condition. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC Rehabilitation Institute

    Categorized as: Rehabilitation

    Tagged with: Centers for Rehab, Chronic Conditions, lymphedema, rehabilitation, swelling

    Doctor Consult
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    How Cancer Can Affect Your Self Image

    May 14, 2015

    Cancer diagnosis and treatment can impact how you view yourself in multiple ways, including physically, emotionally, and socially. Find ways to cope with i Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

    Categorized as: Cancer Care

    Tagged with: cancer, cancer changes, hair loss, lymphedema, physical changes, self image, stress

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    Medical Mondays: Breast Cancer

    March 30, 2015

    Read articles from the breast cancer edition of Medical Mondays including coping with chemotherapy, managing lymphedema, and understanding bone marrow. Learn More

    Categorized as: Breast Cancer, Cancer Care

    Tagged with: bone marrow, breast cancer, breast cancer recovery, breast cancer surgery, breast cancer treatment, chemo, chemotherapy, lymphedema, medical mondays

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    Managing Lymphedema During and After Breast Cancer Treatment

    March 25, 2015

    Lymphedema, a condition that causes swelling in the arms or legs, is a long-term side effect of breast cancer treatment. Learn how to manage the symptoms. Learn More

    Categorized as: Cancer Care, Women's Health

    Tagged with: breast cancer, breast cancer radiation, breast cancer surgery, lymphedema, manual lymphatic drainage, swelling

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    Learn How Yoga Can Help Those Facing Cancer

    October 26, 2014

    Our experts weigh in on the benefits of yoga for cancer patients and discuss ways it can relieve stress, pain and anxiety. Learn about integrative oncology Learn More

    Categorized as: Cancer Care, Fitness

    Tagged with: cancer, cancer treatment, disease, fatigue, fever, infection, integrative oncology, lymphedema, meditation, pain, q&a, UPMC CancerCenter, yoga, yoga for cancer patients

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