Lymphatic drainage is said to help with everything from energy and immunity to cellulite and water retention. But does it ...

The new mother had a normal recovery from childbirth. But a month later, she was beset by debilitating symptoms.

ELISA Beth Magagna was given just months to live after her back pain turned out to be cancer eating into her bones. “It’s ...

At Kauvery Hospital, a multidisciplinary team comprising Dr. Rajkumar (Surgical Oncology), Dr. Manivannan (Orthopedics), and Dr. Suresh Kumar (Plastic Surgery) evaluated his condition and devised a ...

Lung cancer that has metastasized to the lymph nodes can vary in outlook and treatment, based on how far and which lymph nodes the cancer has spread to.

Not removing pelvic lymph nodes, or removing only the first draining lymph nodes (called sentinels), probably greatly reduces the risk of developing swelling in the legs after surgery compared with ...

When lymph nodes are removed from the armpits or groin with surgery, 30 to 50 per cent of patients will develop lymphedema of the arms or legs. Lymphedema develops when there is a blockage anywhere ...

Allergies can sometimes cause swollen lymph nodes along with other allergy symptoms. They can become large and painful and lead to a sinus infection if left untreated.

Shaving. Teen girls can cause low-grade infections when shaving the legs. Widespread Swollen Nodes. Swollen nodes everywhere suggest an infection spread in the blood. An example is infectious mono.

Lymph nodes further away from the melanoma (stage 4 or advanced melanoma). The aim is to reduce any symptoms caused by the cancer in the lymph nodes, such as discomfort or pain. Your surgeon will ...