After you have determined which type of breast prosthesis or insert you want to try, you might want to consider having a proper fitting by a professional. These fittings usually take about an hour and give you the chance for a private, personal fitting where your questions can be answered, and your concerns put to…
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Once you receive your breast cancer diagnosis and begin treatment, it will become time to think about how you want to deal with your body changes as they happen, especially if you are having a mastectomy or other form of breast surgery. There are numerous types of breast inserts on the market that can help…
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After your initial diagnosis and questions with your doctor, you might find that you have more in-depth questions for your new oncologists, who will be taking on your case and care through your treatment. Asking these questions of your oncologist will help you to feel more informed about your case and the decisions you will…
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Next to skin cancer, breast cancer is the most common form of cancer found in American women today. Statistics show that breast cancer accounts for every one out of three cancers diagnosed. If you, your friend, or your loved one is diagnosed with cancer, the best thing that you can do is educate yourself and…
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In today’s world, there are Pride parades, marches, and festivals in most all states in June, and throughout the year. Since 2013, the Chicago Pride Festivals have drawn more than one million people, and the size of all festivities grows in numbers by the thousands every year, with each event. The country has come a…
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Lymphedema hinders many aspects of life, including intimacy and sex. While many lymphedema patients feel that intimacy and sex acts are simply too challenging to attempt while dealing with the condition, the truth is that with the right tools and resources, even with lymphedema, some intimate connection and pleasure can indeed be found! How does…
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What is lymphedema? Lymphedema is the swelling of tissues in the body from a build up of protein-filled fluid that is normally drained naturally through the body’s lymphatic system. Most seen in the arms or legs, individuals can experience lymphedema in nearly any area of the body including the abdomen and genitals. Lymphedema can be…
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Leukemia and Lymphoma are cancers that affect the blood or bone marrow in the body. This type of cancer most often starts in the tissue that forms the blood. Along with leukemia and lymphoma, there are also similar conditions that the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society has been funding for research since 1949. Myeloma, Myelodysplastic syndromes…
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