Our February Lymphedema Patient Roundtable was a heartfelt evening dedicated to the people who help carry the load. In the spirit of Valentine’s Day, patients and their chosen support persons—partners, family members, and friends—came together for an open, honest conversation about love in action: what caregiving really looks like, how support is experienced on both sides, and how communication shapes the journey of living with lymphedema.

From practical help with garments and appointments to emotional validation and self-compassion, panelists shared the “lymphedema love languages” that truly make them feel supported. They also tackled the reality of burnout, sharing strategies for protecting energy, setting boundaries, and nurturing a sense of self beyond the daily demands of care.

The evening closed with the exchange of “Lymphie Valentines,” as panelists and attendees shared messages of support and appreciation to the lymphedema community. The hour was a wonderful reminder that while lymphedema management may be ongoing, no one has to navigate it alone.

Thank you to our Valentines on the panel this month:

• Karen Ashforth, MS, OTR/L, CLT-LANA
• Evy Dominguez, Lymphedema Patient (@evycalifornia)
• Alexa Ercolano, Lymphedema Patient and Lympha Press Marketing and Communications Specialist (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@lymphielife⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠)
• Olivia Eggers, Lymphedema Patient (@olivianeggs)
• Angela Jones, Lipolymphedema Patient (⁠⁠⁠⁠@2018gethealthy)
• Mallory Jones, Angela’s daughter
• Amy Rivera, Lymphedema Patient and Catherine’s friend (@thrive_with_amy)
• Tora Rocha, Lipolymphedema Patient (@toranado12)
• Catherine Rosenberg, Lymphedema Patient (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@crosenberg1982⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠)
• Nasreen Starner, OTR/L, CLT (⁠⁠@nasreenstarner⁠⁠)
• Joseph Urbanski, Alexa’s partner

Links and Resources mentioned during the program:

• The April ’25 Lipedema Patient Roundtable with guest Susan O’Hara discussing workplace advocacy
• The Lymphedema Advocacy Group’s educational materials and handouts
• The Lipedema Foundation’s patient self-advocacy guide
• Academy of Lymphatic Studies Therapist Database
• Lymphatic Education & Research Network Find a Therapist Resources
• Lymphology Association of North America Therapist Database

This Roundtable was originally recorded live on February 10, 2026, and has been edited for time. The views and opinions expressed in this Patient Roundtable are those of the individual participants and do not necessarily reflect the official position of Lympha Press.

This video is intended for informational and educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your healthcare provider with any questions about your condition or treatment.

Lympha Press is proud to offer these monthly Lymphedema Patient Roundtables and support the lymphedema community. The Roundtables are held on the second Tuesday of each month at 8:00 PM EST. Sign up to attend any of our live webinars at https://linktr.ee/LymphaPress.