Lymphedema Podcast

Jeannette Zucker, Executive Director of the National Lymphedema Network, joins me this week on the podcast to talk all things NLN Conference. The NLN has been a resource for the Lymphedema community since 1988 and this years conference is set to be unlike any before. I am personally excited as I will be presenting on … Continue reading "Episode 36: 2019 National Lymphedema Network Conference"

Jeannette Zucker, Executive Director of the National Lymphedema Network, joins me this week on the podcast to talk all things NLN Conference. The NLN has been a resource for the Lymphedema community since 1988 and this years conference is set to be unlike any before. I am personally excited as I will be presenting on … Continue reading "Episode 36: 2019 National Lymphedema Network Conference"

Welcome back! Just as promised I am here “with the rest of the story!” My friend Cam Ayala is joining me today to discuss his experiences with dating while living with Lymphedema. His most recent dating history has been aired on National Television for all to see so I knew he would be up for … Continue reading "Episode 35: Lymphedema and Dating…from the Male Perspective."

Welcome back! Just as promised I am here “with the rest of the story!” My friend Cam Ayala is joining me today to discuss his experiences with dating while living with Lymphedema. His most recent dating history has been aired on National Television for all to see so I knew he would be up for … Continue reading "Episode 35: Lymphedema and Dating…from the Male Perspective."

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Let’s face it dating is hard enough without adding in the stress of a chronic illness such as Lymphedema. Of course it is not limited to Lymphedema as others suffer from chronic illnesses that interferes with many aspects of life.

Today my very brave new friend Alison is telling her side of the dating story. She was diagnosed when she was 17 with Primary Lymphedema but she did not let Lymphedema stop her from competing in a physique competition, starting her own business, or landing a dream husband who so lovingly takes of her bandages after coming home from work {{ insert girly squeele and heart eyes }} This is what the fairy tale ending is supposed to look like

While Alison is happily married to her Prince Charming, she did kiss a few toads along the way. I hope you enjoy hearing her tips for how to approach the subject if someone you are dating has Lymphedema, as well as her personal stories of those who just did not quite understand.

Also, can we talk about how making adult friends really is like dating… “Uh, HI! I’m Betty and I think I like you and want to get to know you better, wanna go to Target some day?”

Let’s face it dating is hard enough without adding in the stress of a chronic illness such as Lymphedema. Of course it is not limited to Lymphedema as others suffer from chronic illnesses that interferes with many aspects of life. Today my very brave new friend Alison is telling her side of the dating story. … Continue reading "Episode 34: Lymphedema and Dating…from the Female Perspective."

Loving Life with Lymphedema blogger Allie

Enjoy my conversation with Allie about her blog, Loving Life with Lymphedema, as we talk about her journey to create her fashion blog. Her twelve years of experience with Lymphedema more than qualifies her to understand the struggles of trying to find clothing and shoes to fit her changing body.

Check out her blog here and subscribe so you can stay up to date on her most recent finds, #ootd, and styles.

Come see me at the National Lymphedema Network Conference October 26-28 in Boston.

Enjoy my conversation with Allie about her blog, Loving Life with Lymphedema, as we talk about her journey to create her fashion blog. Her twelve years of experience with Lymphedema more than qualifies her to understand the struggles of trying to find clothing and shoes to fit her changing body. Check out her blog here … Continue reading "Episode 33: Loving Life With Lymphedema, a fashion blog by a Lymphie"

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As always I am constantly trying to bring each of you relevant information on Lymphedema treatment and management. There are so many questions surrounding surgery. Is it effective? Who is a candidate? What is recovery like?

This is Kiersten’s story about her LVA surgery. I hope you enjoy learning more about her journey finding a doctor that could/would perform the surgery, preparation and recovery. We will definitely follow up with her after her one year surgical anniversary.

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As always I am constantly trying to bring each of you relevant information on Lymphedema treatment and management. There are so many questions surrounding surgery. Is it effective? Who is a candidate? What is recovery like? This is Kiersten’s story about her LVA surgery. I hope you enjoy learning more about her journey finding a … Continue reading "Episode 32: Kiersten’s Lymphatic Surgery Story"