Lymphedema is when lymph fluid builds up in the fat cells under your skin. This buildup could lead to swelling and pain. It usually happens in the arms or legs but can also occur in the face, neck, trunk, abdomen, or genitals.
It’s important to know that lymphedema can sometimes get very bad and cause serious problems. It’s also often a long-term or chronic condition. This is why it’s essential to treat it early and carefully so that symptoms get better and it doesn’t get worse.
What causes lymphedema?
Lymphedema can happen when there is damage to the lymph system, which stops lymph […]
After your lymph nodes have been damaged or removed, you may experience swelling in your legs called lymphedema. All around your body, remote nodes called lymph nodes resemble beans. They aid in the removal of fluid from various bodily parts. If the fluid cannot be expelled, the tissue starts to expand.
The lymph nodes close to your pelvic are removed during surgery to eradicate any leftover malignancy. Your legs might develop lymphedema as a result of this. Additionally, your risk is increased if you have undergone radiation treatment or had your groin’s lymph nodes removed. If only your pelvic lymph nodes […]
Breasts may be any variety of forms and sizes, including small, extensive, round, narrow, side set, teardrop, or asymmetrical. They can also be narrow or round. Breast augmentation, on the other hand, has traditionally provided a way for women who are unhappy with the size or shape of their natural breasts to alter their appearance artificially.
Since the experimental operations of the early 20th century and the emergence of breast implants in 1961, breast augmentation has gone a long way to become one of the most consistently popular cosmetic treatments of recent decades. The procedure is one of the most well-known […]
You will have access to the most recent advances in reconstructive surgery with the team at Henderson Breast Reconstruction. To provide you with results that seem and feel more natural, we go above and beyond the scope of typical tissue flap treatments and standard implant operations.
A mastectomy that spares the nipple
Whenever possible, we prefer that a total mastectomy is performed that successfully preserves your nipple. Our breast reconstruction experts can observe the distinctive vascular characteristics of your breast prior to surgery thanks to specialized imaging devices.
After that, throughout the procedure, our group will modify their strategy in light of the […]
The breasts are an essential part of a woman’s sense of self, and receiving a breast cancer diagnosis is a life-altering event. After undergoing treatment for breast cancer, many women choose to get breast reconstruction because it helps them regain their mental and physical balance.
It is essential for any woman diagnosed with breast cancer to seek the advice of a reconstructive plastic surgeon as soon as possible after receiving her diagnosis. It is crucial for every woman who has been diagnosed with breast cancer to be educated about her reconstructive alternatives for her to be able to make an informed […]
Breast reconstruction surgery can be performed on patients who have had either a mastectomy or a lumpectomy due to breast cancer. Breast reconstruction is best thought of as a process, as opposed to a single procedure, because in most cases it takes more than one operation in order to achieve the look, shape, and feel that best meets each woman’s goals. There are several different approaches to breast reconstruction: some women choose to receive breast implants made of silicone or saline, some choose to use a piece of tissue from their body (most commonly the fat and skin from the […]
If you have been diagnosed with breast cancer and are recommended to undergo surgical removal of some (lumpectomy) or all of the breast (total mastectomy), you have the opportunity for the breast to be reconstructed. This can often happen at the same time as the breast removal procedure, but there are some reasons (such as planned postoperative radiation) why the breast reconstruction procedure might be better performed at a later time.
At the initial consultation, the reconstructive surgeon will take the time to learn more about you and your goals. This will include a thorough history and physical exam, as well […]