BRAVE Coalition Foundation’s Post

As a breast cancer survivor, what should you know about having blood pressures, finger sticks, or blood draws on the arm located on the same side as your mastectomy? What are the recommendations and science behind those recommendations, to help reduce the risk of developing lymphedema? #breastcancer #mastectomy #breastcancersurvivor #lymphedema #Oncolink #BRAVE #bravecoalition #bravecoalitionfoundation https://lnkd.in/dD_DzFH8

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Beth Bentley

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Unfortunately, the research on this topic is limited, leading to patients receiving varying answers from the healthcare professional they encounter. However, there is consensus on the importance of avoiding lymphedema. Therefore, it is likely best for patients to take the most conservative approach.

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