Welcome to
Lymphedema People
A website created for, and by, people with the medical condition Lymphedema.
Our Mission:
To provide lymphedema information to the people it affects
To inform them about the condition, it's causes, complications, and treatments
To share the knowledge that life does not end with lymphedema, there is hope
To share a life with lymphedema that is rich, fulfilling and very rewarding
We are not selling any products, endorsing any companies or, in any way, a commercial enterprise.
Important Disclaimer - Please Read Carefully!
We are not medical professionals. We are people sharing lifetimes of experience with this condition. Information contained on this website is not meant to replace treatment and consultation from doctors and therapists. The medical community is very important to us in overcoming lymphedema. We strongly urge you to involve the medical community in your personal treatment program.
Hello, my name is Pat O'Connor, I was born in 1952 with active primary lymphedema, Milroy's lymphedema...
...let our journey begin.Lymphedema People
"To all my lymphedema family throughout the world. Out of respect and admiration for your courage and strength, I dedicate this site to you." - Pat
