Lymphedema After Axillary Node Dissection Linked With Obesity, Longer Neoadjuvant Chemo Lymphedema After Axillary Node Dissection Linked With Obesity, Longer Neoadjuvant Chemo
Increasing body mass index and longer neoadjuvant chemotherapy (NAC) are associated with a higher risk of lymphedema in women who undergo axillary lymph node dissection, researchers say.Reuters Health Information (Source: Medscape Medical News Headlines)
Source: Medscape Medical News Headlines - July 26, 2019 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Hematology-Oncology News Source Type: news
Wendy Williams diagnosed with swelling condition lymphedema
The 54-year-old TV host told viewers about her diagnosis on Monday. Lymphedema is linked to breast implants, according to the FDA. Sufferers are advised to cut down on alcohol and salt. (Source: the Mail online | Health)
Source: the Mail online | Health - July 9, 2019 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Lab-Generated Lymph Nodes Connect to Lymphatic System in Mice
Researchers hope that "lympho-organoids" could eventually treat lymphedema in humans, but the technique is currently a proof-of-concept. (Source: The Scientist)
Source: The Scientist - June 4, 2019 Category: Science Tags: News & Opinion Source Type: news
Technology better than tape measure for identifying lymphedema risk
(Vanderbilt University) New research by School of Nursing professor Sheila Ridner finds that a special scan measuring lymphatic fluid volume is significantly better than a tape measure at predicting which women undergoing treatment for breast cancer are at risk of developing a common complication resulting from damaged lymph nodes. (Source: EurekAlert! - Cancer)
Source: EurekAlert! - Cancer - May 24, 2019 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: news
Bioimpedance Spectroscopy May Identify Lymphedema Earlier
Surveillance with the technology may allow earlier detection, more effective treatment for lymphedema (Source: The Doctors Lounge - Oncology)
Source: The Doctors Lounge - Oncology - May 13, 2019 Category: Cancer & Oncology Tags: Gynecology, Oncology, Radiology, Surgery, Conference News, Source Type: news
Bioimpedance Spectroscopy May Identify Lymphedema Earlier
MONDAY, May 13, 2019 -- Use of an electrical current to measure extracellular fluid volume -- bioimpedance spectroscopy (BIS) -- may identify postoperative breast cancer patients at risk for lymphedema at an earlier stage, when intervention may more... (Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News)
Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News - May 13, 2019 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: news
High Tech Lymphedema Surveillance Helps Prevent Progression High Tech Lymphedema Surveillance Helps Prevent Progression
A device that measures intracellular fluid volume was more effective than standard methods in identifying subclinical lymphedema and initiating earlier treatment.Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Medical News Headlines)
Source: Medscape Medical News Headlines - May 8, 2019 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Hematology-Oncology News Source Type: news
Technology better than tape measure for identifying lymphedema risk
(Vanderbilt University Medical Center) Bioimpedance spectroscopy (BIS) is better than a tape measure for assessing a woman's risk for developing lymphedema, painful swelling in the arm after breast cancer surgery. (Source: EurekAlert! - Cancer)
Source: EurekAlert! - Cancer - May 7, 2019 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: news
Device Spots Lymphedema Early in Breast Cancer Patients, to Help Stop It
Title: Device Spots Lymphedema Early in Breast Cancer Patients, to Help Stop ItCategory: Health NewsCreated: 5/2/2019 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 5/3/2019 12:00:00 AM (Source: MedicineNet Cancer General)
Source: MedicineNet Cancer General - May 3, 2019 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: news
Device Spots Lymphedema Early in Breast Cancer Patients, to Help Stop It
THURSDAY, May 2, 2019 -- An easy-to-use, noninvasive device can detect early signs of the cancer complication known as lymphedema, a new study reports.
Lymphedema is the buildup of fluid in the body ' s tissues when a part of the lymph system is... (Source: Drugs.com - Daily MedNews)
Source: Drugs.com - Daily MedNews - May 2, 2019 Category: General Medicine Source Type: news
Device Spots Lymphedema Early in Breast Cancer Patients, to Help Stop It
(Source: Cancercompass News: Other Cancer)
Source: Cancercompass News: Other Cancer - May 2, 2019 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: news
Device Spots Lymphedema Early in Breast Cancer Patients, to Help Stop It
(Source: Cancercompass News: Breast Cancer)
Source: Cancercompass News: Breast Cancer - May 2, 2019 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: news
Medical News Today: What is lymphangitis?
Lymphangitis is a serious secondary infection that affects the lymph system. In this article, learn about the symptoms, what it looks like, and when to seek treatment. (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - April 30, 2019 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Lymphology/Lymphedema Source Type: news
Woman with excruciating swelling condition becomes a marathon runner and competitive body-builder
In 2004, aesthetician, Alison Mahoney, now 32, was diagnosed with lymphedema praecox, a condition characterized by swelling of the soft tissues. She felt embarrassed and hid her body for years. (Source: the Mail online | Health)
Source: the Mail online | Health - April 25, 2019 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Medical News Today: What to know about reactive lymph nodes
Reactive lymph nodes occur when nodes swell in the body, usually due to infection or injury. Symptoms include swelling, fever, and tenderness. Treatment depends on the cause. Learn more here. (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - April 16, 2019 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Lymphology/Lymphedema Source Type: news
