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I had TKR in late 2015. I have full ROM but continue to have stiffness and...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1016827/

Doctor indicated I had Lymphedema. ... Second opinions confirmed the Lymphedema

Discussion: Swelling and stiffness, 3 years after total knee replacement

Support Group: Joint Replacements

Posted: Feb 16, 2024

It’s not radiation burn, but a reaction from me rubbing my chest one night last week,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/684082/

My entire breast is swollen from lymphedema ... for the inflammation and going to lymphedema

Discussion: My Dad has terrible burns from radiation. Any suggestions to help?

Support Group: Cancer

Posted: Feb 24, 2022

Specialist treatment was too expensive for me. In a hot shower, I stretch my right arm...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1294796/

You could do that alone or with your Lymphedema

Discussion: Breast lymphedema: Anyone have good physio techniques to help?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 2 8:30am

I’ve been given a swell spot from my lymphedema specialist for an area of fibrosis in...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/805134/

ve been given a swell spot from my lymphedema

Discussion: Anyone experience Radiation Fibrosis? What helps?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 1, 2023

Because of lymphedema on left arm ( breast cancer) my right one has overused tiny veins...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1234385/

Because of lymphedema on left arm (

Discussion: Difficult veins for IV treatment resulting in anxiety-

Support Group: Depression & Anxiety

Posted: Feb 11 11:01am

I totally agree with drummergirl and kks. If you aren't seeing an occupational therapist specializig in...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/881509/

occupational therapist specializig in lymphedema

Discussion: Abdominal swelling/bloating after a double mastectomy

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 19, 2023

I had a bilateral mastectomy five years ago and ended up with lymphedema in both breasts....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/880473/

mastectomy five years ago and ended up with lymphedema

Discussion: Can you get lymphedema if you only had sentinel node removed?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 18, 2023

There are many studies and it's always best to investigate the citing. There were studies that...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1249416/

.mdedge.com/content/commonly-cited-lymphedema-risk-factors-myth-busted

Discussion: Collagen supplements and Breast Cancer

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 3 10:57am

My expanders drove me crazy too. They seemed to move and push on tissue that became...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/835497/

I went to a physical therapist and Lymphedema

Discussion: Any tips on preparation for surgery, expanders to implants?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 1, 2023

Do you have positive sentinel nodes? Everyone who does axillary node dissection should do LVA surgery...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/797657/

procedure, the chance of developing lymphedema

Discussion: Lymphovascular invasion

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 16, 2023

I do get a kind of tingly feeling but no pain. I also have swelling in...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/904031/

also have swelling in the legs from lymphedema

Discussion: Accelerated PN , possibly from PT?

Support Group: Neuropathy

Posted: Jul 29, 2023

Before you renew your passport and pack your bags for anything but a vacation, please check...

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vacation, please check out LE&RN (Lymphedema

Discussion: Discouraged with lymphedema: How do you cope?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 4, 2024

@fisch, I added your post to the Breast Cancer support group as well. I'm tagging @jane88c...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1120278/

in relation to breast cancer and/or lymphedema

Discussion: Recurring cellulitis in arm with lymphedema following mastectomy

Support Group: Cancer: Managing Symptoms

Posted: Aug 8, 2024

I cover mine up with compression socks 🙃 not that it makes them look any better....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/954054/

I also have lymphedema in my legs which

Discussion: Does anyone have brown patches on their legs between ankles and knees

Support Group: Neuropathy

Posted: Oct 26, 2023

I'm glad you are seeing OT soon. I think mine saved me! She helped me get...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/953553/

My lymphedema has been reduced greatly

Discussion: Thyroid Nodules found 2 years after breast cancer radiation treatment

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 25, 2023

Hi @kngillespie, I also wear compression socks to treat my lymphedema in the legs. I haven't...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/707805/

wear compression socks to treat my lymphedema

Discussion: Do you get abdominal pressure/bloating with compression stockings?

Support Group: Heart & Blood Health

Posted: May 13, 2022

Welcome @debbiejody, I have peripheral neuropathy in my feet and legs along with another condition that...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1219520/

causes the swelling in the legs - lymphedema

Discussion: Can neuropathy in my feet cause balance problems?

Support Group: Neuropathy

Posted: Jan 23 8:31am

I am at a standstill on this til January. Cardiologist did not know about calcium channel...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/986469/

about calcium channel blockers and lymphedema

Discussion: Has anyone had breast lymphedema which then spread to the arm?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Dec 25, 2023

Thank you @niml I do have a speech therapist and she helps a great deal. I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1328319/

I also have Lymphedema which has swelling

Discussion: Relief from Radiation Fibrosis Syndrome

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jun 16 11:03am

To you, stumpedandgrumped - I am not more sedentary since having COVID. The lymphedema (not named...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1031646/

The lymphedema (not named from the start ... #39;just swelling') to say "lymphedema

Discussion: Lymphedema in lower extremities

Support Group: Post-COVID Recovery & COVID-19

Posted: Mar 11, 2024