Q: Physical exercise is a good idea for almost everyone post-mastectomy to prevent lymphatic disorders. Exercise can increase the uptake of lymphatic fluid, preventing buildups which can lead to painful swelling. Talk to your doctor - s/he will be able to inform you how quickly to proceed with new exercise after a mastectomy. If you are considered "at-risk" for lymphedema, or are already showing signs of lymphedema, your doctor may recommend Lymphedema Remedial Exercise - repetitive motions in the affected arm (often performed while wearing special compression bandages) which can help "pump" lymphatic fluid away from the swollen area. Avoid abrupt increase in physical work on the arm on the side where the surgery was done. If your previous exercise regimens included arm weights, don't immediately resume performing exercises with the arm on the same side as your mastectomy. Ask a doctor how long you should wait before resuming this activity. Though you should eventually rebuild strength in this arm, it is important, after a mastectomy, to approach strength exercise in the affected area gradually. Stretching exercises are useful after a mastectomy (as they are after many other surgeries) to prevent scarring and minimize joint contracture. More importantly, since good lymphatic function requires full range of motion in the affected area, stretching exercises are important for maintaining healthy lymph nodes and preventing fluid buildup. Talk to your doctor - generally, you can begin stretching about a week after the surgery or radiation therapy. Stretching exercise should be part of a long-term effort to maintain overall fitness after your mastectomy. Be prepared to continue exercises for up to 18 months to maintain your body's range of motion. As is the case with many, many other medical disorders, physically fit people recover more easily from lymphedema and are less likely to become afflicted with it in the first place. Scientists have shown a definite link between people who are obese and an increased likelihood of lymph node swelling. If you are overweight or obese, talk to your doctor about your options with regards to special diet programs designed to reduce your weight after you have a mastectomy. In serious cases, you may want to talk to your doctor about surgical procedures such as liposuction or stomach stapling to reduce your weight. Besides simply increasing your chance of lymphedema, obesity can dramatically reduce the length and quality of your life. Unfortunately, there is no definitive "cure" for lymphedema. Treatment efforts are designed to reduce swelling and pain, not necessarily to fix the condition. As such, recovery from lymphedema following a mastectomy can be a long, arduous process. Be in frequent contact with your doctor as you fight with lymphedema - s/he will be your best resource for exercises and preventative measures you can perform to improve your condition. If, at any time, your lymphedema appears to worsen or becomes irritated and/or inflamed, contact your doctor immediately - this can be a sign of a serious blockage or infection.
A: Exercise regularly. Gradually increase exercise of the affected arm. Ask your doctor to recommend stretching exercises. Maintain the ideal body weight for your age and height. Talk to your doctor for further treatment options.

Q: Set up your letter as a standard business letter. If you have letterhead, you can use it when you print your letter. Otherwise, include your address at the top of the letter. Set your font to something most people can read. Times New Roman or Arial 12-14 point is acceptable. You probably don't know who the tenant will show your letter to. Accordingly, you should write "To Whom It May Concern" as a salutation. Put a colon after the salutation. Your letter doesn't need to be long. If possible, you can write a single paragraph in which you describe the tenant based on the information you gathered. If you had problems with a tenant, you might need to use a second paragraph. For example, you can write: "I recommend my tenant, James Smith, who has rented from me since April 2012 in Chicago. James has been a good tenant who has always paid his rent on time and in full. I never had a complaint about him. He keeps his unit tidy and reports necessary repairs in a timely fashion. I would definitely rent to him again and anticipate issuing a full refund of his security deposit." If there is negative information to share, then revise the above paragraph. For example, you could write, "James has generally been a good tenant, but I did receive a noise complaint about his dog in June 2012. However, after talking with him, I didn't have any other problems." You should let the future potential landlord know how to reach you. Give your phone number and email address if you have one. For example, you can write, "Please contact me if you have any questions regarding this tenant. You can reach me at 555-5555 or by email at landlord5555@email.com." Insert "Sincerely," and then leave about four lines of blank space. Type your name. Remember to sign in the blank space using a blue or black ink pen. If you praise a tenant to the skies, then future landlords might suspect you are trying to get rid of a problem tenant by making them sound too good to be true. Instead, remain factual and neutral in the language you choose. Nevertheless, be honest. If you lie, then the future landlord might be able to sue you for misrepresentation. Set the letter aside for a period of time and then look at it with fresh eyes. You'll want to clean up any mistakes, like missing words, typos, or grammatical errors. Read the letter out loud. This is a good way to catch mistakes. The tenant might have you mail the letter directly to a future landlord. More likely, however, they will ask for the letter. Either way, make a copy of the letter for your records before sending it off. You can expect your tenant to read the letter one way or another. For example, if your tenant is denied a rent, they will probably ask why. The landlord might say, "Your landlord's reference letter was negative." For this reason, you might want to show them the letter if there is negative information. You can talk about it and give your tenant the option of not using your reference letter.
A: Format the letter. Include a salutation. State the facts. Ask the person to contact you with questions. Close the letter. Avoid being too positive. Proofread your letter. Mail the letter.

Q: Make sure that the room is devoid of any furniture, window treatments and wall hangings. If the floor continues into a closet, make sure to empty it. Be cautious not to drag furniture across wood floors. Heavy furniture may scuff the hardwood and leave marks. Insert a small piece of wood behind the pry bar to provide leverage, and to prevent damaging the trim pieces. Seal all of the openingselectrical outlets, vents, and light switcheswith masking tape. Cover the light fixtures with trash bags, and secure them with masking tape. Separate the room from the rest of the house by taping the door shut or hanging plastic sheeting in the doorway. You may find gaps or gouges in the wood which need to be filled. Apply wood putty according to the manufacturer's instructions. Allow it to dry thoroughly before proceeding with your finishing. You should also protect yourself from sawdust and stain fumes by wearing a respirator. Any water spots where the wood has turned black can be treated by mixing a 50-50 solution of bleach and water to remove all or nearly all black spots.
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Prepare the area that is going to be finished. Remove trim using a pry bar. Protect the room from sawdust and stain fumes. Vacuum the floor thoroughly to remove any dust and debris.