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Jan 18, 2019 · Kathy previously spoke about her fears of being diagnosed with the condition on an episode of Dr. Phil earlier this month. “I was very nervous about getting something called Lymphedema,”...
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Lymphedema is a condition caused by blockages in the lymphatic system, which prevent fluid from draining well, leading to swelling, usually in the arms and legs. Bates is proud of her role as both a champion and spokesperson for LE&RN: Lymphatic Education and Research Network.
- How Did The Pandemic Impact You?
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Like many, I was in quarantine for almost two years. My niece brought me food and helped me take care of the house. She took care of the whole family. I don’t know what we would have done without her. I managed to keep my weight off, which was a miracle. I worked very hard at it.
I try to pace myself so I don’t get too stressed. If I can stop rushing, relax my shoulders, straighten my spine, breathe deeply, and focus on each little moment of completing a task, I have more confidence in my ability to live with LE. The pandemic forced me to slow down. I also started raising miniature and full-size violets. I found working wit...
Absolutely! NIH is working on a new, broader way of advancing lymphatics science and research by establishing a National Commission on Lymphatic Diseases. And NIH is now creating research categories specifically for lymphedema and for lymphatic diseases. Those of us with lymphedema have succeeded in making our case and being recognized, but there i...
Jan 3, 2019 · The Incomparable Kathy Bates: With Phil McGraw, Kathy Bates. Acclaimed actress Kathy Bates talks about her battle with cancer, living with the disease lymphedema, and her work with advocates at the Lymphatic Education and Research Network;
