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Lymphoedema
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01225 821501
ruh-tr.LymphoedemaClinicInfo@nhs.net
Treatment
Lymphoedema is a progressive condition with no known cure, but the Lymphoedema Clinic can help reduce and control the swelling and provide psychological support to patients.
Management is based on skin care, exercise, compression, and lymphatic drainage (a specialist form of message).
An intensive course of daily multilayer bandaging and/or manual lymphatic drainage may be required if the limb is misshapen or fibrosis or lymphorrhoea are present.
Patients with Lymphoedema are at risk of developing cellulitis. This requires prompt treatment with at least a two week course of antibiotics.
Documents and links
Advice for Patients at Risk of Developing Lymphoedema following Breast Cancer Treatment