Did you know that lymphedema is estimated to affect 250 million people worldwide and 15% of all cancer survivors? Lymphedema is swelling in the arm that occurs when the lymph system does not drain properly after some of the lymph nodes under the arm are surgically removed or treated with radiation. It is not always clear why some people have swelling and others do not, and it can occur within days, months, or years after treatment.
World Lymphedema Day is an annual advocate-driven celebration when our teams at Cooper are excited to educate the world about lymphedema and lymphatic diseases, and the impact they have on so many people. We are committed to finding a cure for lymphedema, and awareness of the problem is the first step.
At Cooper, our lymphedema team is ready to serve our patients and help them live full lives with the proper tools for their lymphedema. Learn more at https://www.cooperhealth.org/services/lymphedema.
Cooper Physiatrists Dr. Jerrold Friedman and Dr. Rohini Kumar with Physical Therapists Emily Kubat, Melissa Szasz, and Anna Porch. Not pictured: Kerri Tompkins.