Lymphedema: the seemingly forgotten complication.

Farncombe, M; Daniels, G; Cross, L · J Pain Symptom Manage · 1994

case_report · Level V

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Abstract

Lymphedema, a frequent and debilitating symptom in patients who undergo treatment for breast cancer, is often neglected. This article outlines a therapeutic strategy and provides a case study that illustrates that effective in-home treatment of this complication is possible. Effective treatment can dramatically improve the quality of life of this patient population.

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