Re: Lymphadema

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: : I have had lymphadema since I was 19 and am now 48. The only time it affects my lifestyle is when I don't pay attention to what I'm supposed to do. : : Whenever possible - sit with your legs elevated - as high as possible at the end of the day. : : Whenever possible - where your Jobst - or other compression stockings - especially when you exercise. It really keeps the swelling down. : : Women - don't wear heels - wear comfortable shoes. : : Don't let yourself get too hot - excessive internal heat just makes you swell more and feel more miserable. : : Swim - exercising in the water feels great - and you don't feel as swollen! : : Bike ride - the pumping action is pretty good! : : Find a doctor who can prescribe treatment with a physical therapist. Have the swelling pumped out of your leg - get measured for a compression stocking - wear the compression stocking - don't stop moving around or exercising. In the evening - when no one is looking if you are self-conscious - raise your legs way above your heart and let the swelling of the day drain. I actually lay backwards on a recliner on bad days - that way I can elevate it at whatever height I need. : : Don't stand in one place too long - move!! : : Don't sit too long -- move!! : : There are massage therapist who specialize in lymphatic draining (there's a special name to the technique I can't remember right now). It also helps alot! : : Deb : : I hope this helps. : : : : : I have had lymphadema for 3 years now.I will be 29 this year.I have it in my right leg,it's large & painful!. : : : Does anyone know exactly how it starts?. : : : It is hard to cope with it especially being so young,Thankfully it is only one leg. : : : Anyone wants to talk e-mail me or we can find a chat room on MSN's sight or if anyone has Window's messenger or chat with AOL. : : : Let me know.Talking together might make it easier to cope : : : Yours Truly,Ivan

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