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Suggest Treatment For Lymphedema While Having Breast Cancer
Question: Hi , My mom is suffering from Chronic swelling along with varicose veins.She had a history of breast cancer in 1998.Currently she has been treated for a swelling that occurred with pain on the ankle of left leg.The doctor has suggested Lympedim tablet. I would like to know more on this and how can Lympedema affect cancer patients.Want to know how to confir
Brief Answer:
Hello dear. She requires further evaluation
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear. Welcome to HCM. I have gone through the details. Lymphedem is not a drug to be given for varicose veins. It is to be given in cases of venous thrombosis. With the description, i dont think she is having lymphedema.
If the doctor suspects venous thrombosis , then a doppler study of lower limb is required.
Please undergo a venous doppler study for lower limbs and revert back with the report.
Thanks and regards
Hello dear. She requires further evaluation
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear. Welcome to HCM. I have gone through the details. Lymphedem is not a drug to be given for varicose veins. It is to be given in cases of venous thrombosis. With the description, i dont think she is having lymphedema.
If the doctor suspects venous thrombosis , then a doppler study of lower limb is required.
Please undergo a venous doppler study for lower limbs and revert back with the report.
Thanks and regards
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