 swelling, and pain. The cruel irony is many times its severity can be lessened only if you learn about it and act in advance. If you're at risk, ask your doctor about lymphedema. Take this as your chance to learn and live. Learn more at lymphaticnetwork.org. This is Northeast Arkansas' news and information station, 102.1 FM, 1230 AM, KBTM Jonesboro, an EAB Media Group radio station.