Lymphedema is a condition characterized by the buildup of lymph fluid leading to swelling and discomfort. This condition can occur after surgery, radiation therapy, or injury and is more common after cancer treatments. While there is no cure for lymphedema,…
The Importance of Breast Cancer Screening October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. This is a great time to bring awareness to the importance of early breast cancer screening. Breast cancer affects 1 in 8 women, and early detection can…
Breast Cancer Awareness month is here. I want to discuss the milieu of pain symptoms that develop after treatment for breast cancer. A recent article I found examined the prevalence of myofascial pain after treatment for breast cancer. For many…
After mastectomy many women experience chest tightness, numbness or tingling in their arm or hand on the surgical side, or decreased shoulder mobility and/or strength. These changes can be due to the surgery itself, scar tissue from the incision, or…
Most people are aware of the emotional strain of dealing with a cancer diagnosis and treatment. However, it is rare for people to discuss the physical, mental and emotional deficits that continue to occur after the treatment has been completed…
Every year nearly 98,000 American women are diagnosed with gynecological cancer, according to the American Cancer Society. Although nearly 30,000 of these new cases will die from the disease, more women are surviving. Many survivors are left with poor quality…
