Lymphedema Support Group
Story Location:
Seaford, DE 19973
United States
Nanticoke Memorial Hospital will host a lymphedema support group on Thursday, December 17 from 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM at the Seaford Library and Cultural Center. This free support group is open to anyone affected by lymphedema including patients, caregivers, and relatives. Meetings will consist of a lecture by health care professionals and medical equipment providers followed by refreshments and an open question and answer session or discussion among participants. This month’s meeting will focus on the topic “Pharmacy”. Registration is required.
Lymphedema is an abnormal collection of high-protein fluid just beneath the skin that occurs most commonly in the limbs. The condition can be caused by a variety of factors including family history, damaged lymph vessels, lymph node removal, infection, or radiation therapy. Lymphedema causes swelling which may create movement limitation, and leaves patients at higher risks for wounds and infections. Lymphedema is a chronic condition with specific manual treatments, skin care, compression pumps, wraps, and exercises.
2016 meeting dates and topics:
- January 21—Social Services
- February 18—Vascular
- March 17—Aquatics Treatment & Exercises
- April 21—Compression Garments
- May 19—OT Self Care
- June 16—Cancer Care
- July 21—Skin & Wound Care
- August 18—Bariatrics
For more information or to register, contact Robert Donati at 302-629-6224 or donatir@nanticoke.org.
