Lymphoedema Service

The service provides lymphoedema specialist management treatment and support to those affects by secondary lymphoedema related cancer.

Service Availability

Monday to Wednesday - 9am to 3.30pm

The Lympedema service provides:

• The lymphoedema service is part of ACCORD community HUB and if required, other services within the HUB can be accessed.
• The service provides advice regarding and management of lymphoedema. This may include skin care, teaching of self massage (simple lymphatic drainage), provision of compression garments, advice on activity and general support to improve quality of life.
• The service is provided for those within Renfrewshire and parts of East Renfrewshire (Barrhead/Neilston/Uplawmoor), and can be accessed by referral from your GP, Consultant or Specialist Nurse.

Secondary Lymphoedema:

Secondary lymphoedema is accumulation of fluid within the tissues as a result of damage to the lymphatic system. This may result from cancer or treatment for cancer, such as removal of lymph nodes or radiotherapy. It may affect the arm, leg, trunk or genitals depending on the site of the cancer or surgery.

Lymphoedema can occur in the immediate weeks after treatment but in some, can develop years later.

It is a long term condition, meaning once it has developed it should be kept under control but is unlikely to resolve fully.