Lymphedema: abnormal build-up of fluid causing swelling (edema) due to lymphatic system damage, or surgical removal
Lymphedema may be seen in 
breast cancer, gynecological cancers, melanoma, and Hodgkin’s disease.
- No cure exists- focus on prevention & management
- Only certified Lymphedema specialists are able to treat this long term side effect
Risk reduction, treatment, maintenance and self-management:
- Understanding lymphedema signs & symptoms
- Screening, assessment & staging
- Lymphedema prevention techniques (i.e., skin care, hygiene, clothing, weight management, air travel)
- Decongestive Lymphatic therapy (DLT)
- Compression garment prescription & usage
- Teaching self bandaging, self manual lymph drainage (MLD), & self-measuring
- Exercises specific for lymphedema management include aquatic lymphatic exercise