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03/23/2026

On April 22, the Lymphatic Education & Research Network will host our Advocacy Day in Washington, D.C., bringing together patients, families, clinicians, researchers, and supporters to meet directly with members of Congress and their staff.

We’re honored that Academy Award–winning actress and LE&RN Global Spokesperson Kathy Bates will join us, alongside Stanley G. Rockson, M.D., chair of the National Commission on Lymphatic Diseases, to help elevate the urgent need for greater research, education, and care for people living with lymphatic diseases.

No advocacy experience is required (just bring your voice and your story). Together, we can help make lymphatic diseases a national priority.

Learn more and register today: https://form.jotform.com/LERN/2026dcdayofadvocacy

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03/07/2026

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03/06/2026

03/06/2026

Lymphedema does not discriminate. Men develop lymphedema too—after cancer treatment, injury, surgery, or genetic causes. Awareness, early diagnosis, and continued research are essential as we work toward better treatments—and ultimately, a cure.

03/01/2026

March is Lymphedema Awareness Month 💙🌍
It’s a time to raise awareness, share facts, and stand together for the millions affected worldwide.

L – Lifelong condition that currently has no cure, but can be managed with proper care.
Y – Your lymphatic system plays a critical role in immune function and fluid balance.
M – Millions of people live with lymphedema, yet awareness remains far too low.
P – Progressive if untreated, which makes early diagnosis and intervention essential.
H – Happens when lymph fluid accumulates due to damage, removal, or malformation of lymph vessels.
E – Exists in both primary (genetic) and secondary forms (caused by surgery, cancer treatment, trauma, or infection).
D – Daily management may include compression, exercise, skin care, and specialized therapy.
E – Education is urgently needed among healthcare providers and the public.
M – Misunderstood and often misdiagnosed, leading to delays in proper treatment.
A – Advocacy is critical to improving outcomes and advancing research.

An estimated 250 million people worldwide and 10 million Americans are living with lymphedema. We are raising our voices to advocate for education initiatives, better healthcare access, greater medical awareness, and ultimately a cure for this complex and life-altering disease.

02/10/2026

When lymphedema is suspected, progressing, or not responding as expected, imaging can help answer an important question:

What is actually happening inside the lymphatic system? There isn’t just one imaging option and not every test looks at the same thing.

🔬 Lymphoscintigraphy:

What it shows:

✅ How lymph fluid moves through the body over time.

How it works:

✅ A small radioactive tracer is injected (usually into the hands or feet), and images track how it travels through lymphatic vessels.

Why it’s used:

✅ Confirms impaired lymph flow

✅ Helps diagnose lymphedema

✅ Often required for insurance or documentation

Limitations:

It shows function, but not fine structural detail.

🔬 Indocyanine Green (ICG) Lymphography:

What it shows:

✅ Superficial lymphatic vessels and flow patterns just under the skin.

How it works:

✅ A fluorescent dye is injected and viewed with a near-infrared camera.

Why it’s used:

✅ Maps lymphatic pathways

✅ Identifies dermal backflow

✅ Guides surgical planning

Limitations:

Only shows superficial lymphatics — not deeper structures.

🔬 MRI / MR Lymphangiography:

What it shows:

✅ Soft tissue changes, fluid accumulation, fat deposition, and sometimes lymphatic vessels.

How it works:

✅ MRI imaging, sometimes with contrast, creates high-resolution images.

Why it’s used:

✅ Evaluates tissue composition

✅ Helps differentiate fluid vs fat-dominant swelling

✅ Useful for surgical planning

Limitations:

Availability and expertise vary by center.

🔬 CT Lymphangiography:

What it shows:

✅ Anatomical detail of lymphatic structures and surrounding tissues.

How it works:

✅ CT imaging with contrast.

Why it’s used:

✅ Specific surgical or anatomical questions

✅ Less common for routine lymphedema diagnosis

Limitations:

Radiation exposure; limited functional insight.

🔬 Ultrasound:

What it shows:

✅ Tissue thickness, fibrosis, and fluid characteristics.

How it works:

✅ Sound waves visualize soft tissue.

Why it’s used:

✅ Evaluates tissue quality

✅ Monitors changes over time

✅ Rules out other causes of swelling

Limitations:

Does not directly visualize lymphatic flow.

🔬 Near-Infrared Fluorescence Imaging (Research / Advanced Centers):

What it shows:

✅ Dynamic lymphatic flow and vessel function.

Why it’s used:

✅ Research settings

✅ Specialized surgical centers

✅ Advanced diagnostic insight

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