Lymphoedema

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Hi everyone, 

I had treatment for cervical cancer July 2024 to April 2025 and had a radical hysterectomy with lymph node removal in May 2025. 

I have developed lymphoedema in my right leg and pain in my knees. This gets worse at night. 

Has anyone else experienced this? 

  • Hi  

    I’m sorry to read this-have you had it diagnosed and been referred to a lymphoedema clinic for advice and help? I didn’t have it myself despite lymphnode  removal in my own surgery, but I know one of our ladies in the group has a lot of experience I’m sure she’ll be happy to share with you.

    I’ll tag her and hopefully she’ll come along with some advice for you. Her name is  

    Sarah xx


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  • Hi I had a total pelvic exentaration may 2024 and had my lymph nodes removed. My legs sometimes swell and my right leg feels numb and I get pains in my legs as well as back ache