Welcome to your online information resource for those at risk of developing, or having, lymphedema. This website is also an aide for the family, friends, and therapists who care for these individuals.

ARE YOU NEW TO LYMPH NOTES?

• Begin by reading the news on the home page.
• Explore the many features  available here.
• There are over 50 informative articles posted on this site! 
  To locate the articles of greatest interest to you, click on A Table of Contents. This will cause a list of the articles will appear.
  To read an article, just click on it's title.
• To locate a specific forum topic, go to the orange bar near the top of the page and click on the heading "Lymph Notes Forums." This will take you to the forum page and you can search there.
• To locate the definition of a medical term, go to the Lymphedema Glossary. 
  This heading aids you in searching terms in alphabetical order.
• The Rotator Picture in the upper right corner of the home page leads you to an interesting patient story. To read a story, just click a rotator picture title. 
  To enjoy the next story, click on the next photo link and that story will appear. 
• Do you need help in finding quality lymphedema care?
  If so you will want to download the exciting new app titled look4LE. It is available, without charge from the American Lymphedema Frame Work Project. To find, and download this app, go to http://www.alfp.org. See also our directory under Lymphedema Resources. 

HELPFUL BOOKS FROM LYMPH NOTES

Living Well with Lymphedema by A. Ehrlich, MA,  A. Harrewijn PT, CLT-LANA, and E. McMahon PhD. “The most comprehensive lymphedema book on the market. It is wonderful for patients and for those at risk. So many sources tell lymphedema patients what they can not do. This book encourages us in what we can do!" For ordering information click here or buy now from Amazon.com.
 

Lymphedema Caregiver’s Guide is the first book specifically for family, friends, and professionals who provide, or arrange for, lymphedema home care. Written by Mary Kathleen Kearse, PT, CLT-LANA (an experienced and highly qualified lymphedema therapist), Elizabeth McMahon, PhD (a clinical psychologist), and Ann Ehrlich, (a professional medical writer). "This book covers all aspects of lymphedema home care including emotional support." For more information, click on Lymphedema Caregiver’s Guide. For ordering information click here or buy now from Amazon.com.
 

Voices of Lymphedema is an exciting book written by patients, therapists, and others who know lymphedema first hand. As described by one of the many enthusiastic reviewers, "This is a must read book!" For more information and reviews (including those from the National Lymphedema Network (NLN) click here. Buy now from Amazon.com in paperback or Kindle e-book format. Voices is also available in other e-book formats including B&N Nook and Apple iBooks.
 

Overcoming the Emotional Challenges of Lymphedema by Elizabeth McMahon PhD is an "Empowering and practical book, with exercises that the reader can jump right into and know they are taking steps to help themselves. I love the emphasis throughout the book that the patient is in control." For ordering information click here or buy now from Amazon.com. 

SPECIAL RESOURCES

• To access the information needed to protect yourself from the hazards of developing  lymphedema, consult this article A Table of Contents. 
  It lists the more than 50 articles available on this website. These articles provide information about lymphedema, the dangers associated with it, and solutions that help.
• Our article Vascularized Lymph Node Transfer describes the surgical technique of transplanting lymph nodes from one place to another to improve the flow of lymph. On our forums, Lymph Notes members have shared their experiences and concerns about this new surgical technique.

© 2013 by Lymph Notes, all rights reserved.  This information does not replace the advice of a physician.

Updated: 2013-11-30