Lymphedema you are not my friend.
I have battled with lymphedema since my second diagnosis over 5 years ago. I was very diligent as I had a very swollen hand and it took 7 weeks of daily bandaging to get rid of the fluid. Since the...
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Karen I see an occupation therapist who is a lymphedema therapist. Are you in Qld? Mine is through the hospital and so I don't pay for garments. They often try and recommend I go private, but I resist as the garments are $500 each custom made and I need two every 6 months. Every state is different. There is a great lymphedema alliance in NSW trying to get more attention to lymphedema. I will try and find link as they want as many people to register so that they can keep track of the issues. My therapist taught me self massage which should be part of your daily routine if yiu have lymphedema. A lymphedema trained Physio or OT can tach you and yes it really helps.
Paula xx