Seasonal Skin Risks for Lymphedema Patients: How to Educate and Protect During the Hot Months
As temperatures rise, lymphedema patients face a unique set of skin-care challenges. Humidity, sweat, UV exposure, and friction under compression garments create an environment ripe for heat rash, fungal infections, and sun damage. For Certified Lymphedema Therapists (CLTs) and other healthcare providers, educating patients about lymphedema skin care in summer is critical to preventing complications and ensuring safe, active lifestyles