The end of breast cancer treatment is cause for celebration, but for many patients, it can bring new challenges. Some studies show that up to 65% of women who undergo breast cancer surgery develop ...

When Nicole Faccio was born, her left arm was already noticeably swollen. “I probably gave heart attacks to a couple of people,” Faccio, 36, London-based project manager for a technology consulting ...

Lymphedema results from lymphatic fluid buildup due to damaged lymph nodes, often from cancer treatment, leading to swelling and complications. Early detection and management are crucial, as ...

Several new surgical options can help reverse or prevent lymphedema by keeping lymph fluid moving through the body. More than 25 years have passed since Ann Fonfa, 71, first received a diagnosis of ...

People who have had surgery to remove part of the lymphatic system are at risk of developing lymphedema, a buildup of fluid in soft bodily tissues. Other risk factors for lymphedema include ...

Lymphedema, a condition that happens when lymph fluid builds up in your body too quickly, can be a result of obesity. A body mass index (BMI) of 30 or greater qualifies a person as having obesity.