by Jennifer | Feb 6, 2023 | Cancer Truth Note
Cancer Truth Note: #66 These are symptoms of breast cancer related lymphedema (BCRL). Pain; Heaviness; Nerve issues (Numbness, Tingling, Pins & Needles or Burning), Loss of Strength; Slow Healing Cuts/Scratches; Difficulty Doing Daily Tasks.)If you feel any of... by Jennifer | Feb 5, 2023 | Cancer Truth Note
Cancer Truth Note: #65 Research shows that breast cancer survivors who do not receive baseline measurements before surgery and/or treatment are UNDER DIAGNOSED for breast cancer related lymphedema (BCRL) up to 50% of the time. What does that even mean? When we screen... by Jennifer | Feb 4, 2023 | Cancer Truth Note
Cancer Truth Note: #64 Today is World Cancer Day. All humans deserve to have access to cancer screenings regardless of where they live in the world or their economic circumstances. One thing we have done right in the US regarding healthcare is the required coverage... by Jennifer | Feb 3, 2023 | Cancer Truth Note
Cancer Truth Note: #63 Lack of strength or decreased ability to use one or both arms after breast cancer surgery may be an indication you have Breast Cancer Related Lymphedema (BCRL). One of the biggest challenges breast cancer survivors may face is restoring full... by Jennifer | Feb 2, 2023 | Cancer Truth Note
Cancer Truth Note: #62 Breast Cancer Survivors should be screened for breast cancer related lymphedema (BCRL) every three months for the first year, every six months for year two and annually after that, unless you become symptomatic. If you are a breast cancer... by Jennifer | Feb 1, 2023 | Cancer Truth Note
Cancer Truth Note: #61 Did anyone tell you, every Breast Cancer Survivor who has surgery, chemotherapy, or radiation is at risk for Breast Cancer Related Lymphedema (BCRL)? Every single one. This is a huge issue that is really misunderstood. As a breast cancer...