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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 mandible flap surgery, then radiation, and then a sinus infection for 3+ months until...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1352365/

sinus cavity and fluid that was not lymphedema

Discussion: Infection in skin above HPV SquamisCell Carcinoma

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jul 20, 2025

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

I also have small fiber peripheral neuropathy. I had swelling in my legs but it wasn't...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1327784/

medicine doctor diagnosed me with lymphedema

Discussion: Slight swelling

Support Group: Neuropathy

Posted: Jun 15, 2025

After radio-osteo necrosis of the lower mandible I had Mandible flap reconstruction. Quite the ordeal. Since...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1423065/

Since my lymphedema and been terrible

Discussion: Lymphedema of the neck: What did you do?

Support Group: Lymphedema

Posted: Oct 25, 2025

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

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causes the swelling in the legs - lymphedema

Discussion: Can neuropathy in my feet cause balance problems?

Support Group: Neuropathy

Posted: Jan 23, 2025

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: Lymphedema

Posted: Nov 4, 2024

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

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

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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

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

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in relation to breast cancer and/or lymphedema

Discussion: Lymphedema and now Cellulitis

Support Group: Lymphedema

Posted: Aug 8, 2024

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

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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...

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

Discussion: Collagen supplements and Breast Cancer: Is it safe?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 3, 2025

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

I did not have Vulvectomy, I had uterus and vaginal cuff recurrence. My doctor took out...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/780397/

ever mentioned the possibility of lymphedema ... I also had lymphedema massages every

Discussion: Squamous Cell Vulvar Cancer: Who out there has this cancer?

Support Group: Gynecologic Cancers

Posted: Dec 3, 2022

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

@timely It could be you're having "axial webbing" which is a type of lymphedema which causes...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/984632/

axial webbing" which is a type of lymphedema ... I have lymphedema of the breast at times

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Dec 21, 2023

Hello Candy @swt1candy, I would like to add my welcome to Connect along with the other...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1447573/

I also have lymphedema in both legs ... your doctor who diagnosed you with lymphedema

Discussion: Lymphedema in my leg: Any idea how to get the swelling down?

Support Group: Lymphedema

Posted: Nov 26, 2025

I have severe axonal sensorimotor ply peripheral neuropathy, small fiber neuropathy, dysautonomia, and cardiac autonomic neuropathy....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1190443/

Neuropathy and lymphedema cause my legs

Discussion: Neuropathy - Do Compression Stockings Help?

Support Group: Neuropathy

Posted: Dec 14, 2024

Wanted to share a BBC article on lymphedema. Lymphoedema: The 'hidden' cancer side-effect no one talks...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1343908/

Wanted to share a BBC article on lymphedema ... Lymphoedema: The 'hidden' cancer ... www.bbc.com/future/article/20241216-lymphoedema-the-hidden-pandemic-affecting

Discussion: Lymphedema - new support group: Let's connect

Support Group: Lymphedema

Posted: Jul 8, 2025