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Can You Have Both Lymphedema and Edema in the Same Area?
Swelling in the body can happen for many different reasons, and it isn’t always easy to tell what’s causing it.…
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Lower Extremity Lymphedema After a C-Section: Why It Happens and What You Can Do
When most people think about recovery after a Cesarean section (C-section), they imagine abdominal soreness, fatigue, or adjusting to newborn…
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Skin Color Changes & Tenderness in Lymphedema
One of the more frustrating and sometimes worrying aspects of living with lymphedema is noticing that the skin on the…
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Why Diuretics Are Not Effective for Lymphedema
When people hear the word edema (swelling), they often think of water retention. It seems logical to assume that a…
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Lymphedema & Abdominal Inflammation: How Did It Get There? How Do I Manage?
When people think of lymphedema, they usually picture swollen arms or legs. But the truth is, the lymphatic system is…
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Lymphedema and Daily Habits That Make a Difference
Living with lymphedema means paying attention not only to treatment sessions but also to the small things you do every…
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Why Ace Bandages Don’t Work for Lymphedema
When swelling first appears, it’s natural to reach for something familiar — like an Ace bandage. These elastic bandages are…
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How the Lymphatic System Works: How It’s Connected to Lymphedema
Most people are familiar with the heart and blood vessels, but far fewer know about another vital system quietly working…
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Newly Diagnosed with Lymphedema: What to Do Now
If you’ve just been told you have lymphedema, you might be feeling a mix of confusion, frustration, and worry about…
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How Inflammation Plays a Role in Lymphedema and How to Calm It
The hidden driver of swelling, tissue changes, and flare-ups 💡 Why We Need to Talk About Inflammation Most people think…
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