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Lymphedema is a chronic condition that cannot be cured, but it can be improved with treatment. There are several major components of a lymphedema treatment program, which should be administered by the health care provider.
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Cyd Mathias
For lymphedema in the legs, the best treatment is wearing a properly-fitted toe-to-upper thigh pressure gradient stocking.
Before sleeping, remove the pressure-gradient stocking and elevate the leg with a wedge cushion or an adjustable bed.
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How long is lymphedema treated?
Lymphedema is a chronic condition that requires continuing treatment.
Is this lymphedema life threatning?
Lymphedema is not typically life-threatening. However, if left untreated, it can lead to complications such as cellulitis or lymphangiosarcoma, which can be serious. It is important to manage lymphedema with proper care and treatment to prevent these complications.
What is the normal lymphedema treatment?
Lymphedema is treated using compression pumps and compression hosiery. The hosiery goes over the afflicted limb, and the pump pressurizes the hosiery. This compresses the limb, and causes the fluid that has built up in that region of the body to dissipate.Here's a link with more info on the subject:http://vitalitymedical.wordpress.com/2009/07/31/lymphedema-treatment/
What causes a breast lymphedema?
Primary lymphedema is an inherited condition, where the patient is born without lymph vessels and nodes. The swelling associated with primary lymphedema usually occurs during adolescence and affects the foot or calf.
What causes damage to lymphatic vessels caused by cancer treatment surgery radiation scarring injuries or burns?
secondary lymphedema
Lymphedema Can it be hereditary?
Yes, lymphedema can be hereditary. This is also known as congenital lymphedema. For more see. www.compressionpumps.com
How does a lymphedema pump work?
A lymphedema pump is used to remove excess fluid from an injured or affected limb. The pump returns the fluid to the cardiovascular system. Treatment is done in two phases: the preparatory phase, or manual drainage and the drainage phase, which the pump is used for.
It can be caused by cancer treatments burns or trauma?
secondary lymphedema
How does the Lympha Press treatment for lymphedema work?
The Lympha Press treatment works by massaging affected areas with a "milking" motion. This is done by the use of special garments that can be pumped with air creating alternating waves of compression.
Could you die from lymphedema?
Lymphedema can be deadly if it is not treated. It can be treated using compression pumps and compression hosiery like this:http://www.vitalitymedical.com/Catalog/Lymphedema-Pumps-1169-.html
Could you die from having lymphedema?
Lymphedema can be deadly if it is not treated. It can be treated using compression pumps and compression hosiery like this:http://www.vitalitymedical.com/Catalog/Lymphedema-Pumps-1169-.html
What kind of products does Lymphedema Products manufacture?
The company Lymphedema Products is a manufacturer of compression garments, bandages, shoes, and other products to help Lymphedema sufferers lead a more comfortable and productive life.
