I was diagnosed with adenocarcinoma of the uterus (endometrial) cancer on May 22, 1997. First and foremost, the word lymphedema would be one word t my vocabulary would soon recognize,

In 1992 at the age of 33, I was diagnosed with cervical cancer. I had a modified radical hysterectomy, part of my pelvic wall removed and the removal of 23

I HAVE KLIPPEL TRENAUNAY SYNDROME (PRIMARY AT BIRTH). BOTH LEGS AND MY RIGHT ARM AND MY RIGHT TORSO-SO AS YOU CAN IMAGINE- I HAVE A LOT OF BANDAGING TO DO-

I was diagnosed at 64 years young, with non-cancer related, secondary, advanced-stage-two lymphedema in both legs – toe to torso is how I put it. In the concluding diagnosis by

When I was diagnosed with breast cancer, I was surprised. When I was diagnosed with Lymphedema in my right arm after my cancer treatment, I lost hope. Now one year

One year ago, I had massive right lower leg/foot swelling secondary to KS. Even after 6 months of IV chemotherapy to the extent of losing all my fingernails and toenails

A Call to Action: Imagine your doctor being unable to tell you which direction your blood flows in your body, or not being able to tell you the difference between

September 11, 2009 my life, as I knew it, forever changed. After uterine cancer was diagnosed I went in for a total hysterectomy with lymph node removal for cancer staging.

Lymphedema: The Rude Awakening My adventure begins 3 years ago. I was involved in a rear-end collision while waiting at a red light. By keeping my foot on the brake,