by Jennifer | Feb 15, 2023 | Cancer Truth Note
Cancer Truth Note: #75 Specialists are experts in their area of specialty; Whenever possible consult a specialist. (cardiologist – heart, pulmonologist – lungs, Hematologist – blood, Certified Lymphedema Therapist – Lymphedema) Years ago I... by Jennifer | Feb 14, 2023 | Cancer Truth Note
Cancer Truth Note: #74 Certified Lymphedema Therapists (CLTs) are qualified to screen for, treat, provide compression garment measurements for lymphedema, and work with providers to facilitate medical orders, regardless of their other credentials. As I mentioned in... by Jennifer | Feb 13, 2023 | Cancer Truth Note
Cancer Truth Note: #73 Financial burden for breast cancer survivors (BCS) is significant. Financial burden for BCS with severe lymphedema can be catastrophic. The research confirming the financial toxicity of a cancer diagnosis for women is undeniable. Breast cancer... by Jennifer | Feb 12, 2023 | Cancer Truth Note
Cancer Truth Note: #72 Breast Cancer Survivors: NEVER have a blood draw, IV, vaccine, or blood pressure check on a limb where lymph nodes have been removed. NEVER, for any reason. This is one of those areas that just never needs to happen. NEVER. Here are the facts.... by Jennifer | Feb 11, 2023 | Cancer Truth Note
Cancer Truth Note: #71 If you have lymphedema a bug bite can cause a serious skin infection. If left untreated these infections may require hospitalization. Yesterday I shared about the importance of skin care post cancer treatment. Just like a cut or scratch, a bug...