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Surgical Solutions: Lymphaticovenular Anastomosis Surgery Following the detailed ICG and Lymphoscintigraphy scans, it was confirmed that the most suitable and effective treatment for my current lymphoedema is Lymphaticovenular Anastomosis (LVA) surgery at the Oxford Lymphoedema Practice. My surgery day began promptly at 10am, after completing necessary documentation and consent forms. The team started with another ICG test, injecting infra-red dye to map the functional lympha

Navigating Lymphoedema in the Performing Arts: Challenges and Determination As a dancer living with lymphoedema, my greatest concern is how this condition might impact my career. The performing arts industry is notoriously focused on appearance, fitting specific roles and adhering to shallow aesthetic standards. While I’m inspired by the possibility of becoming a role model, showing others that lymphoedema doesn’t have to limit your dreams, there are moments when the reality

Deep Dive: Exploring My Lymphatic System with Lymphoscintigraphy Two weeks after my ICG scan in Oxford, I underwent a lymphoscintigraphy scan in London to assess my deeper lymphatic channels. During this procedure, infrared dye was injected between my big and second toes on both feet. Immediately after the injections, the first set of scans began. I was securely positioned on a bed that moved through an MRI-like machine. This initial scan consisted of two parts: a 5-minute sc

The Oxford Lymphoedema Practice: ICG Lymphography I recently attended an initial consultation at the Oxford Lymphoedema Practice with Professor Furniss which also included an ICG scan. My aim going into this appointment was to deepen my understanding of my condition, specifically identifying where the lymphatic defect lies in my leg and to explore possible surgical options tailored to my case. The appointment began with a questionnaire assessing the impact of lymphoedema on m

Personal Thank You: Clatterbridge Lymphoedema Team This post is a dedicated thank you to the incredible nurses I see every six months at the NHS WUTH Clatterbridge Hospital under the Lymphoedema Clinic. On days when both my body and mind feel heavy, they consistently lift the mood of each appointment and leave me feeling supported and hopeful. Despite me being a bit of a challenge; a young patient, a dancer and someone full of questions, they meet every session with patience,