Radiotherapy or surgery to the lymph nodes may cause swelling called lymphoedema. This usually affects your arms or legs (limbs). But it can affect other parts of the body, depending on which area was treated.

To reduce your risk, follow the advice from your specialist nurse. This includes looking after your skin in the area that was treated. If you notice any swelling, get it checked by a doctor straight away and tell your cancer team. The earlier lymphoedema is diagnosed, the easier it is to manage and treat successfully.

For more information please follow the below links

 - Manual lymphatic drainage for lymphoedema | Coping with cancer | Cancer Research UK

 - Lymphedema: What's Old, New, Borrowed, Blue - YouTube

 - https://youtu.be/Ck4qIpEG0cw?si=6hEvxRtYb1fuNRGB – Lymphoedema, myths, evidence, and taking control