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Hello @francis333, Welcome to Connect. I have neuropathy but only have some numbness in the feet...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/998805/

but it's for another condition - lymphedema

Discussion: Neuropathy - Do Compression Stockings Help?

Support Group: Neuropathy

Posted: Jan 17, 2024

I don’t know what is normal. However, I had 7 lymphs removed and am still sore...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/878701/

I did have cording - moderate lymphedema

Discussion: Lymph nodes still sore.

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 14, 2023

I had the same procedure and had mild lymphedema in my left arm, where nodes were...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/850724/

had the same procedure and had mild lymphedema

Discussion: I’ve had a bilateral mastectomy and it looks like I have a basketball

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 28, 2023

@sabine66, A dear friend suffered with extreme lymphedema following her breast and lymph node surgery as...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/294922/

dear friend suffered with extreme lymphedema

Discussion: Let’s Go Walking! Join me for a virtual walking support group

Support Group: Just Want to Talk

Posted: Jul 25, 2020

Hi JK @contentandwell, I wear 20 - 30 mg compression socks prescribed by my doctor for...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/105397/

socks prescribed by my doctor for the lymphedema

Discussion: After knee replacement surgery

Support Group: Joint Replacements

Posted: May 12, 2019

I think it’s too early to tell. I still have swelling under the armpit and the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1263022/

The PT didn’t think it lymphedema.

Discussion: Mastectomy and breast reconstruction pros and cons?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 20 9:46pm

@ktpatton I wear my 20-30 mmhg compression socks during the day with shoes or slippers in...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1067987/

control the leg swelling caused by my lymphedema

Discussion: Neuropathy pills: How to avoid scams?

Support Group: Neuropathy

Posted: May 14, 2024

A year is a long time to be suffering without some help. I did not have...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1202309/

have a seroma but I did (do) have lymphadema ... I saw an OT specializing in lymphedema ... I hope you can find a lymphadema specialist

Discussion: Is it just me, or do others suffer with no help too?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 2 9:48am

My heart goes out to you. I only had 3 removed and am having lots of...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1166016/

had 3 removed and am having lots of lymphedema

Discussion: Surgery for lymphedema

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 1, 2024

Lymphedema in both legs, from auto immune disease, not cancer. Compression socks (when I can get...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1204941/

Lymphedema in both legs, from auto immune

Discussion: Lymphedema Pain

Support Group: Cancer: Managing Symptoms

Posted: Jan 6 4:56am

Yes. I had 19 radiation treatments, prone position for left breast. I have not seen a...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1108494/

I have not been diagnosed with lymphedema

Discussion: Pain, tenderness return 10 months after lumpectomy: What does it mean?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 19, 2024

i have ymphedema and was referred to a lymphedema specialist. All the help I got was...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/729976/

i have ymphedema and was referred to ... a lymphedema specialist.

Discussion: Lymphedema in the neck after laryngectomy

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jul 23, 2022

You are correct about the pitting edema. It may not be related to the dents I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/605494/

when my legs were swollen with the lymphedema

Discussion: I'm worried about taking statins and side effects

Support Group: Heart & Blood Health

Posted: May 28, 2021

It is all so discouraging, but I am feeling better. I believe the Lupus treatment is...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/236222/

The lymphedema is improving, as long

Discussion: No cause found for persistent pleural effusions

Support Group: Lung Health

Posted: Sep 13, 2020

Hello @dreamer38, have you discussed the swelling side effect of prednisone with your rheumatologist or doctor?...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/238746/

I do have the swelling now due to lymphedema

Discussion: PMR - How to stop ankles from swelling when on prednisone

Support Group: Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)

Posted: Jan 7, 2019

Hi. I just got biopsy results back indicating angiosarcoma in my left breast probably due to...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/153769/

back then so I’ve been dealing with lymphedema

Discussion: Diagnosed with sarcoma? Let's share

Support Group: Sarcoma

Posted: Oct 21, 2019

Question for members I am taking 3 percocets daily - 10/325 prescribed by pain doctor. I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/272743/

diagnosed with neuropathy, fibromyalgia, lymphedema

Discussion: Feeling at my wits end with Chronic Pain and Fibromyalgia

Support Group: Fibromyalgia

Posted: Dec 4, 2019

Hello, Thank you so much for the pep talk and the tips! I’m really hoping I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1302598/

Did you have any neuropathy or lymphedema

Discussion: Dose-dense (dd) AC chemo + paclitaxel: How to prepare?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 12 1:43pm

I have over 50 drug allergies. I am allergic to all sulfa, sulfates and sulfonamides. They...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1310957/

My problem Is lymphedema and controlling

Discussion: Lumbar Fusion and Laminectomy, Need Help.

Support Group: Spine Health

Posted: May 23 9:15am

@shamnelo I'm glad you had the Doppler test as my first thought was a blood clot....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1306368/

lymphatic message if they think this is lymphedema

Discussion: Leg pain and swelling of shin area under knee.

Support Group: Bones, Joints & Muscles

Posted: May 17 4:28pm