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What is lymphedema and how to people get it? – Deseret News

What is lymphedema and how to people get it? – Deseret News

Lymphedema, a condition of chronic swelling often after cancer treatment, affects 10 million Americans. Risk of lymphedema varies greatly based on the type of cancer. Treating lymphedema requires intensive daily care, and may include massages and wearing compression garments. It started as a swollen arch on her foot and Ashley Hodges, 60, of Fruitland, Utah, could not figure out how …

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