#LymphoedemaAwareness week runs from 1st -7th March Lymphoedema is a chronic disease causing swelling of the limbs and other body parts. It is estimated that up to 250 million people worldwide may suffer with lymphoedema. As yet, there is no cure and those with the condition may have body disfigurement, pain, less mobility, and
Breast Cancer No matter what stage of your breast cancer journey you are at, whether it following a diagnosis, in the middle of treatment or 10 years post diagnosis, it can be a scary place sometimes. I have spoken about survivorship before and how difficult it can be to live with issues post diagnosis and
Breast Cancer No matter what stage of your breast cancer journey you are at, whether it following a diagnosis, in the middle of treatment or 10 years post diagnosis, it can be a scary place sometimes. I have spoken about survivorship before and how difficult it can be to live with issues post diagnosis and
What is this thing you call Manual Lymph Drainage? So conversation generally starts out with “So what is it you do? ” I answer Manual Lymph Drainage or MLD They ask “What’s that then?” And now the eyes take on a glazed look as I try to start explaining it. It not easy to explain in one
#cancersurvivorship is not easy. Sarah O Callaghan in #OperationTransformation tonight highlights issues that can be associated with #survivorship #weightgain #lymphoedema #postopwear #lossofconfidence #chemotherapy #breastcancer #hairloss #cancerjourney #cancertreatment #compressiongarments #mastectomy #swelling https://www.facebook.com/RTEOne/videos/1827078194032679/
Everybody deals with the diagnosis, treatment and aftermath of a cancer diagnosis differently, its important to find ways of dealing with things because if not relationships can suffer, it can be hard to do simple daily things and anxiety and depression can take over. Survivorship is not easy and people can find it very
Breast Cancer Awareness month is drawing to a close it is so important to check you breasts regularly for any changes. Get into the habit of doing it, know what’s normal for you this will allow you to know when any changes occur. Early detection is key. #breastaware #MarieKeating #earlydetection #breastcancer #cancerjourney
Cancer week Ireland starts on Monday the 25th September find out about the many difference events that are planned for the week. Including Living Well With Cancer: The National Conference for Cancer Survivorship 2017 Living with Secondary Cancer – What Happens Now That It’s Back? A Conversation About Cancer Rehabilitation This week aims to raise awareness
Lymphoedema affects men also. This is a man’s perspective on lymphoedema and how men are in the minority when it comes to lymphoedema. Cancer survivorship is difficult and the late side effects of treatment can develop. This gentleman had melanoma and oesophageal cancer. More awareness is needed around lymphoedema and this story highlights that this awareness
