Lymphedema is a disease in which the lymph fluid does not drain properly.
You may notice symptoms of lymphedema at the part of your body where you had surgery or received radiation therapy. Swelling associated with lymphedema usually happens slowly, over time. It may develop during treatment or it may start years after treatment.
At first, lymphedema in an arm or leg may cause symptoms such as:
• swelling and a heavy or achy feeling in your arms or legs that may spread to your fingers and toes
• a dent when you press on the swollen area
• swelling that is soft to the touch and usually not painful at first
Lymphedema that is not controlled may cause:
• more swelling, weakness, and difficulty moving your arm or leg
• itchy, red, warm skin, and
You may notice symptoms of lymphedema at the part of your body where you had surgery or received radiation therapy. Swelling associated with lymphedema usually happens slowly, over time. It may develop during treatment or it may start years after treatment.
At first, lymphedema in an arm or leg may cause symptoms such as:
• swelling and a heavy or achy feeling in your arms or legs that may spread to your fingers and toes
• a dent when you press on the swollen area
• swelling that is soft to the touch and usually not painful at first
Lymphedema that is not controlled may cause:
• more swelling, weakness, and difficulty moving your arm or leg
• itchy, red, warm skin, and