Research Roundup: Brain drains, robot surgeries, and glowing nodes
A summary of lymphedema and lymphatic research news from September 25 – October 18, 2017.
Author: Alexa Ercolano
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Book Review: “Swollen, Bloated and Puffy”
A review of Kathleen Lisson’s book “Swollen, Bloated and Puffy: A Manual Lymphatic Drainage Therapist’s Guide to Reducing Swelling in the Face and Body.”
Looking with intention
Thoughts on how life with a chronic illness changed the way I see myself and others.
“Without drug trials, we can’t move forward”: One patient’s hope to participate in the ubenimex trials
Barbara desires to help fellow lymphedema patients by participating in the ULTRA study.
Research Roundup: Tattoo ink, lymph node dissections, and diagnostic breakthroughs
A summary of lymphedema and lymphatic research news from September 1 – 26, 2017.
The Cellulitis Diaries: a day-by-day account of surviving infection while abroad
Few things are scarier than a bout of cellulitis – except, perhaps, getting cellulitis while in another country.
Elevating the voices of men with lymphedema: Adapting to a new reality
Talking to Andy, Nick, Ashley, and Charlie about their experiences adapting to the realities of life with lymphedema.
Elevating the voices of men with lymphedema: Finding trousers (and treatment) that fit
Talking to Josh, Michael, Angus, and Steve about the trial-and-error that comes along with living with lymphedema.
Elevating the voices of men with lymphedema: Barriers and bridges
Talking to Omar, Micke, Bill, and Mahmoud about their experiences accessing treatment and support as lymphie men.
Elevating the voices of men with lymphedema: An introduction
Lymphedema doesnโt discriminate: men have it, too, and leaving them out of the conversation risks alienating them from much-needed treatment and support.
