Guest Deb Jazey: Living with Lymphedema

Lymphedema is a chronic condition that develops when the lymphatic system is damaged – whether from radiation, lymph node removal or other interventions. In breast cancer patients, with the removal of underarm lymph nodes, the average rate of lymphedema is 3%. If there is removal of underarm lymph nodes and radiation combined, the risk increases to an average of 12%. This week’s episode of PatientTalks, a spinoff of the DocTalks Podcast, features Deb Jazey, a breast cancer survivor who has been living with lymphedema for over ten years. Deb joins host Mandi Fields to discuss the realities of lymphedema, treatment and the emotional impact of the condition.  

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