Lymphedema Support Group
Lymphedema is a condition of localized fluid retention caused by a compromised lymphatic system. The lymphatic system (often referred to as the body's "second" circulatory system) collects and filters the interstitial fluid of the body. Lymphedema has been barely recognized as being a serious health problem; however, this is slowly changing due to education and awareness.
I think that some of the replys I get are from people who run this sight and not real people in pain.
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I have been here before, a long long time ago and now I am back.Forgive me for not just saying what I want to say,even under a triple dose of antidepressants it is still raw and seeping and I am hesitant at revealing it as at least under the bandages around my heart I don,t have to look at how raw and wounded.My child was cleaved from my heart by his own actions. my child of ten,turning eleven...
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I gave my 2 week notice last Friday 13th. Now to join you fine people in a life of leisure and nothing else to do but to look out for myself....is it just me or does that sound pretty boring? My goal was to live to retire and I guess having to take early retirement because of health reasons wasn't exactly the way I had planned things. I just can't stay in that building that is reeking mildew...
The doctor recommended that I see a lymphedema therapists. I have had five treatments so far. I am beginning to see some results. the treatments are painless and covered by insurance and medicare. the treatments consist of massages and tight wraps on the legs and changed at least every other day. the best care is reading all you can find on the web and educating yourself about edema and lymphedema and the exercises you can do on your own. ( self therapy)
good luck---jorjie.