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What kind of specialist treats lymphedema?
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I have been going to physical therapy for lymphedema since 2011. Is there a specialist who can do more? The lymphedema is in my left arm and the upper torso surrounding the area. A scar from the surgeries I've ... Read more
Do you know any qualified doctors in Wichita Kansas or in the surrounding area who treat lymphedema and cellulitis?
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My nephew, who is 23, has been dealing with this for years and within the past two years has been hospitalized three times. Any information would be helpful. Thanks! Read more
I wear full-length compression stockings but they push the fluid from my legs to my groin. What should I do?
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I wear full-length compression stockings but they push the fluid from my legs to my groin and it becomes more uncomfortable and takes a week to clear. What to do? I wear them as had bladder cancer 2017 and was ... Read more
My vein specialist won't treat me until my swelling is under control. Are at-home compression pumps dangerous to use? Can I be shown how to use it?
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My vein specialist won't treat me with laser or injections until I get the swelling under control with a compression pump. Are at-home compression pumps dangerous to use? I have difficulty learning and I am afr... Read more
I'm a heavy person and my feet are swelling up badly. What kind of doctor do I need to see?
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I don't know who to turn to. I take Furosemide and it doesn't seem to be helping as fast as it should be. Do I need to see a podiatrist or do I need to get a referral to go see a specialist? I've been off work ... Read more
I need help in finding the appropriate doctor to treat my Lymphedema in my legs.
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Physical Therapists have not been able to help me because of the multiple problems I have in my legs. I suffer from severe peripheral neuropathy, osteoarthritis, lymphedema, and a recent onset of shingles in my... Read more
I am a cancer patient who has post operative left lower limb lymphedema. What compression stocking should I wear?
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I had a cancer surgery about 5 years ago and was advised by my doctor to wear grade 2 compression stockings. Would you advise what kind of compressions stocking is most suitable to me and where can I buy them (... Read more
Is it normal procedure to wrap toes with Unna Boot material for lymphedema treatment?
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The physician's assistant said she would save time from going to the lymphedema clinic by wrapping the toes. At my wound care clinic I had my leg wrapped after fluid leakage through my toes. She said if it bega... Read more
Can ablation be done on a leg with lymphedema?
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My left greater saphenous vein demonstrates severe reflux, slowing blood flow to the heart. The problem: I have lymphedema of the left leg. I've been told by a therapist that a cut or even an injection can dist... Read more
The Jobst sleeve and pump don't seem to be working for my lymphedema. What are my options?
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Thirty years ago I had a mastectomy with lymph node involvement. I've controlled the resulting lymphedema with a Jobst sleeve and a pump. I went through reconstructive surgery, and perhaps scar tissue has blo... Read more
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I was recently diagnosed with lymphedema and was told to wear compression sleeves for the swelling of ankles, feet and upper calves. What do you recom
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I'm 40 and the swelling came out of the blue from upper calves to toes on both legs. What can I do to keep swelling down? Read more
I have NDL and lymphedema. Do these two conditions go hand-in-hand?
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In addition to the information above, I have also been told that I only have 9% return in my legs after compressing them. What type of treatment/therapy do you suggest? I am not diabetic. The doctor I saw want... Read more
I have lymphedema, are there any low-cost treatment options that are non-invasive?
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I am a 30 year old who has had lymphedema for a long time now. I have been exercising, yet I still have lymphedema. It feels very unpleasant. Are there any low-cost treatment options that are non-invasive and d... Read more
I have pulsating pain in both legs after wrapping, why is that?
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I have had 14 HDD/clubfeet surgieries, and now my legs swell. I need a left THR/bone graft next month. To begin, they started wrapping my legs for 2 weeks. Now, I have pulsating pain 24/7, even at rest with no ... Read more
What type of doctor should I see for the treatment of my lymphedema?
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I have swelling in my hand 3 months after surgery. I have been iagnosed with lymphedema. What type of doctor should I see for treatment? Read more
What therapies exist for lymphedema? How can we manage the symptoms?
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My mother has had lympedema on both legs for a long time. Now, her legs are very swollen and she has difficulty walking. How we can help her? What doctor can help? What therapies exist? Read more
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