Lymphedema is an accumulation of lymphatic fluid in the interstitial tissue that causes swelling, most often in the arm(s) and/or leg(s), and occasionally in other parts of the body. Lymphedema can develop when lymphatic vessels are missing or impaired (primary), or when lymph vessels are damaged or lymph nodes removed (secondary).
Patient Advocate Foundation's Lymphedema CareLine is a patient/provider (physician) hotline designed to provide case management assistance to patients diagnosed with lymphedema and their providers who are seeking education, access to care, and assistance navigating the reimbursement system. Click below for more detailed information.
Call the Lymphedema CareLine team at 1-866-949-1978.
