Dr. William Repicci is the CEO and President at the Lymphatic Education and Research Network, New York, which is a dedicated institute in fighting lymphatic disease and lymphedema through research and advocacy. Dr. Repicci has established the International Lymphatic Disease Biorepository and is also known for drafting the US Senate Bill that established March 6 th as World Lymphedema Day. Lymphedema is swelling of arms or legs caused due to damage to the lymph nodes.
According to Dr. Repicci lymphedema condition is easily misdiagnosed. The condition has no cure but definitely can be controlled by exercises, protecting arms or legs from heat, avoiding tight clothing, keeping the hygiene of arms or legs, etc. In this exclusive commentary, Dr. William Repicci shares his insights on the less discussed condition of lymphedema.
