Dr. Katrina Birdwell: What Every Breast Cancer Patient Should Know About Lymphedema
Did you know that in the United States, treatment from breast cancer, which may involve the removal of lymph nodes and radiation therapy, is the leading cause of lymphedema? Katrina Birdwell, M.D., FACS, of Texas Breast Specialists–Mansfield, Methodist Dallas Cancer Center, and Midlothian discusses why understanding the symptoms of lymphedema and potential prevention strategies can help patients have informed conversations with their care team about this little-known side effect of breast cancer treatment.
October 24, 2024