What is Lymphedema?
Lymphedema is a chronic disease caused by a buildup of lymph fluid. This happens when the lymphatic system is either faulty or damaged and cannot function as normal. It leads to swelling in the tissues where the lymph flow is blocked. Most often the swelling is in an arm or leg, but it can also be in the breast, trunk, genitals or head and neck. It can affect everyone - children men and women.
Who we are
We are a not-for-profit organization, and our mission is to:
- Provide support to patients and families who are affected by lymphedema,
- Ensure individuals living with lymphedema have access to treatment,
- Provide lymphedema education,
- Encourage and promote lymphedema research, and
- Promote care and treatment of lymphedema based on best practices within the medical community and the general public of Newfoundland and Labrador.