It is rarely possible to “cure” lymphedema, but it can usually be treated with success. Simple procedures, such as elevating the swollen limb whenever possible will help drain the excess fluid back into the blood. Sometimes the use of pumps to squeeze the swollen body part or massage to push fluid out of the swollen areas are techniques used by some.

Wearing compression garments, tight fitting wraps around the affected part of the body, is the common approach to treating lymphedema. Graduated compression garments replace bandages that were applied in earlier times.

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Once we reach a certain age, all kinds of things start showing up. If you are around that certain age, you know what I’m talking about.

One of the surprises that might appear on the scene is unexplained swelling. Usually, it’s the result of overwork, a strain on certain parts of the body and with a little TLC, things go back to normal pretty quickly. However, there is a condition called lymphedema that is worth taking a close look at. If you have lymphedema, you will want to know how to care for it.

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