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Tag: lymphedema

  • Lymphie Stories: Barbara P.

    Submitted by Barbara P., August 2012. At 61, I’m in that group of Baby Boomers who’ve had primary lymphedema for an extraordinarily long time (at least half a century, in my case) and couldn’t get a proper diagnosis and treatment for decades.  I don’t even know how long I’ve had it, but I have no memory of ever…

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  • Lymphie Stories: Melanie

    Submitted by Melanie, August 2012. Hello :) My name is Melanie and I am from Canada. 3 years ago we discovered that I had primary lymphedema in both of my legs, specially the right one. It started around 13 years ago. I didn’t know what it was and I guess I didn’t want to know…

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  • Guest Post: Lucie’s Physiotherapy Experience

    Lucie Crouch recently underwent physiotherapy for her lymphedema. After a positive experience, she decides to share her story. I’ve been living with lymphedema for around eight years now. I’ve pretty much been through it all: painful leg drainage, herbal remedies, hardcore and rather painful CDT (complete decongestive therapy)… I’ve tried a plethora of different massage…

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  • All Wrapped Up

    All Wrapped Up

    I just began my four-week wrapping treatment — here’s what it’s all about!

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  • Lymphie Stories: Mamie F. and her Lift 4 Lymph Fundraiser

    Lymphie Stories: Mamie F. and her Lift 4 Lymph Fundraiser

    Mamie has combined her love of CrossFit and lymphedema advocacy in a fundraising event!

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  • Lymphie Stories: Donna S.

    Submitted by Donna S., August 2012. I am 34 years old and 2 1/2 years ago my left leg started to swell.  I was and still am a keen fitness fanatic and was always self conscious about my weight even though I was a size 10.  At the time I was single. I went to…

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  • Tell your story!

    Tell your story!

    Submit your story to the Lymphie Life! Use the contact form here to share your personal story of living with lymphedema, and, with your permission, it’ll be posted on the website. Reading each others’ stories are a nice reminder that we aren’t alone, so reach out and share yours today!

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  • Yesterday’s Overdue Appointment

    Yesterday’s Overdue Appointment

    It’s been a while since I’ve gone to my lymphedema clinic — three years, to be exact!

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  • Guest Post: Jim’s Tips for Exercise

    Jim Miller has had lymphedema for over forty years, but doesn’t let that get in the way of leading an active lifestyle! He’s biked the coast of Oregon, participated in Bike MS, and now he’s here to share some tips on staying active with lymphedema. First, I’m not a doctor; don’t play one on TV;…

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