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Lymphedema of the neck: What did you do?

Posted by lilypilly @lilypilly, Jan 2 9:16am

Hello I have Lymphedema of the neck amd face following radiation/chemo for base of tongue cancer. Has anyone else experienced this? What did you do?
I get regular massage on it but I need more.
Also a very dry mouth and phlemn in the throat. Help?

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thomason | @thomason | Jan 3 3:49am

This device works miracles for neck lymphedema:
Homedics Shogun Shiatsu Kneading Neck Head Massager Model SM-444 Portable Vintage

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lilypilly | @lilypilly | Jan 2 6:52pm
In reply to @sandy8043 "I have had this as well following tongue cancer surgery, chemo and radiation. I use a..." + (show)
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I have had this as well following tongue cancer surgery, chemo and radiation. I use a lymphedema pump made by Tactile Medical in Minnesota. It was prescribed by my surgeon at Mayo Rochester and paid for by my insurance. I use it daily. https://tactilemedical.com/our-lymphedema-solutions/for-head-and-neck/flexitouch-plus/

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Thank you so much and it really helps?
I will speak to my Dr.

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sandy8043 | @sandy8043 | Jan 2 2:02pm

I have had this as well following tongue cancer surgery, chemo and radiation. I use a lymphedema pump made by Tactile Medical in Minnesota. It was prescribed by my surgeon at Mayo Rochester and paid for by my insurance. I use it daily. https://tactilemedical.com/our-lymphedema-solutions/for-head-and-neck/flexitouch-plus/

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