The best way to treat lymphedema is to prevent lymphedema. A newer reconstructive microsurgery called immediate lymphatic reconstruction helps repair damaged lymphatic vessels and greatly reduces the risk of developing lymphedema.
If you’re a cancer survivor, you’ve likely heard mixed messages about the relationship between dairy and cancer. Some sources say it’s beneficial, while others suggest it may increase cancer risk. So, what does the research actually say?
With one in eight women receiving a diagnosis in their lifetime, annual mammograms remain an essential, life-saving screening tool. Early detection offers patients more options with better outcomes, as it did for Michelle in December 2024.
Losing nipple sensation after breast cancer surgery is common and can be distressing. Nebraska Medicine surgeons explain what’s happening, what’s possible and why the conversation around sensation is finally changing.
Cancer can feel overwhelming, and it’s natural to look for ways to reduce your risk. Here are five strategies that can help lower your risk of colorectal cancer.
A breast cancer diagnosis raises many questions, including what life looks like after treatment. Women who hope to have children may wonder: Can I still breastfeed?
When Gretchen Oltman scheduled a mammogram in fall 2024, she wasn’t worried. She felt fine. That routine visit set off a chain of events that would change her life – and ultimately lead her to advocate for others facing the same uncertainty she once felt.
You’ve probably heard that a glass of red wine can be good for your heart. However, alcohol consumption of any kind is also associated with an increased risk of cancer.
Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is one of the most effective treatments for these symptoms, yet many women remain hesitant to try it because of fears about cancer.
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