Tag: treatment
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Springing a leak: understanding and treating lymphorrhea
When your lymphedema limb starts leaking lymph fluid, it can be a little alarming. Here’s what’s going on and how to treat it.
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Research Roundup: Volcanic Soils, Zebrafish, and the Benefits of Educational Films
A summary of lymphedema and lymphatic research news from April 10 – 22, 2017.
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World Lymphedema Day Series: Treatment, Management, & Precautions
One of the first things we learn when diagnosed with lymphedema is that there’s no cure. There are, however, a number of treatment options to help manage symptoms!
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Lost in Translation: An American’s Story of Lymphedema Diagnosis and Treatment in Japan
Imagine you were just diagnosed with lymphedema, except you’re in a foreign country. In addition to your diagnosis and treatment, there are language barriers, cultural differences, and insurance coverage to navigate — all the while adjusting emotionally and psychologically to life with a chronic medical condition.
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New medical technique to prevent lymphedema?
The LYMPHA technique creates a bypass to restore lymphatic flow.
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My garments are in!
After three weeks of wrapping, my garments have come in: I’m now the proud owner of a brand-new Mediven stocking and a Solaris Tribute nighttime garment!