Lymphedema is the build-up of fluid that causes swelling. Lymphedema can occur anywhere in the body, including the genitalia. Learning how to treat genital lymphedema can be difficult. In this short-format remote course, we will discuss genital lymphedema in both male and female genitals, what can lead to this, and how to treat it. We also will discuss other topics related pelvic lymphedema such as sexual dysfunction, and bowel and bladder issues.

Schedule:

Pre-recoded Video: None

Live Content: This short-format remote course has 2.5 contact hours of live content. The first hour and forty-five minutes is lecture, followed by a 15 minute case report. The last 30 minutes is a question and answer period.

1. Describe what leads to lymphedema in the genitalia in males and females

2. Describe direction and route for manual lymphatic drainage techniques to perform on swollen genitals in males and females

3. Describe ways in which to provide compression for swollen male genitalia

4. Describe in ways in which to provide compression for swollen female genitalia

5. Describe an example of a penile rehabilitation program for post-prostatectomy patients