Lymphoedema and cancer
There are several things you can do to lower your risk of lymphoedema after cancer treatment.
Last reviewed: 11 Apr 2023
Next review due: 11 Apr 2026
The most common symptom of lymphoedema is swelling. Some people also feel heaviness or aching in the affected area.
Doctors and specialist nurses can diagnose, test and assess lymphoedema.
Treatments to manage lymphoedema include skin care, exercise, weight management, compression therapy and manual lymphatic drainage (specialised massage).
Lymphoedema can affect you emotionally, physically, and practically. There are ways that you can help yourself and you can also get support from other people.
Lymphoedema is swelling of a part of the body. It can be caused by some cancers and their treatment.
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