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@marchelle I have had lymphodema pain and issues myself, and understand how uncomfortable it can be. Has it been ruled out that a medication is not causing this issue to get worse? I had to change one because it was causing issues, and that really helped!
As @johnbishop mentioned, compression socks can help many times. Getting out to do moderate walking and exercise when you are able will also be beneficial. And for me, the best thing was getting a local massage therapist to come to my house and do lymphatic massage. She then taught me how I could do this myself and it really made a difference! Also, watch your diet for sodium, and be sure you are hydrating enough.
Please let us know if any of the suggestions you have read here sound like something you could do, okay? I'd like to read your success story!
Ginger
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Thank you. I am working on my sodium intake and staying hydrated. I will look into the lymphatic massage, it sounds great for me. I will keep you updated.
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Knock on wood, this is one symptom l have not experienced. But l have fibromyalgia which causes pain all over. The miracle of aqua therapy gives me great release all over. I take my noodle and slowly move my legs till they relax and feel lighter. Also, my arms l float with the noodle. It is all relaxation, it might help release some of the fluid built up. I actually cry when my body let's go of the stiffness, the heaviness. Make sure to go to a pool that has a chair to lower and getting you out.!!!! Also, fyi. They have great leg swim wear, like tights which help out pressure on the fluid in your legs. Also, tops l have seen on Lands end. It is like compression stockings, but helps with your confidence to go out to a pool. Let the pool supervisor why you are there, also Insurance might pay, it could fall under Physical therapy. Good luck. Blessings