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Lymphoedema and insect bites
All the information I can find about lymphoedema says to avoid insect bites, which is good advice - until you have been bitten. I don't have lymphoedema but had 4 lymph nodes removed with my surger...
I do have lymphoedema and can react quite strongly to mozzie bites but one advantage of a pressure sleeve is the the little suckers can't easily get through it! So far (over 3 years) no problem. I have had a few cuts and scratches but prompt cleaning and antiseptic has kept me clear of any infection or swelling so far. But good to be prepared!