Lymphedema: Understanding and Managing Lymphedema After Cancer Treatment

by American Cancer Society, Sam Donaldson (Foreword)

To shed light on this often-misunderstood and overlooked condition, the experts at the American Cancer Society have created an up-to-date, comprehensive guide to every aspect of lymphedema, a buildup of fluid that results in swelling of the arm or leg and other potential complications. This practical handbook covers topics including, current recommendations about day-to-day precautions, diagnosis, and treatment; early symptoms and self-monitoring that can be essential to early diagnosis; methods of coping with emotional stresses and physical challenges; and practical issues related to work, insurance, and finding and paying for treatment.

Genres: Medical

224 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2006

Reviews

[Gelene · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a fantastic book if you have recently been diagnosed with lymphedema. Sam Donaldson being a veteran newscaster knows how to give lots of great information in short, easy to understand ways. Plus he has the condition so he writes in a space of truly knowing what you are experiencing, having experienced it himself. I’m so glad I stumbled across it in the library. I quickly purchased my own copy so I can look things up when I forget them. There’s also pages with exercises that are very helpful.