What is Cervical Cancer

Cervical cancer is a malignancy of the cervix. Worldwide, it is the second most common cancer of women. It may present with vaginal bleeding but symptoms may be absent until the ca...

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i had a radical left vulvectomy and removal of left lymph node...i was fine untill i got home now my left leg is swelling ...has anyone had any experience with this..hope so
Posted on 10/29/08, 02:10 pm
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Reply #1 - 10/29/08  2:58pm
" You most likely have lymphedema. This happened to me after radical hysterectomy - in both legs. It happens when the lymph system is compromised from removal of lymph nodes and/or disruption of the lymphatic flow. Let your doctor know about the swelling and, if this is the reason, get prompt care by a certified MLD (manual lymph drainage)therapist. Let me know if I can help in any way once you're certain that it's lymphedema. I've been dealing with it for a long time. Hugs, Pat "
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Reply #2 - 10/29/08  5:24pm
" thanks pat i'll find out friday at the docs..i have been overdoing it alot hope thats all it is but if not ..i've gotten thru the surgery and the cancers out so i'll get thru this ..thanks again "
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Reply #3 - 11/07/08  7:37pm
" Hope u r doing better. ~hugs~ "

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