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What Causes Lymphedema
Lymphedema is a condition that occurs when fluid builds up in a part of your body, causing pain, swelling, and discomfort in the affected area. Lymphedema causes vary but typically occur when there’s a disruption to the lymphatic system.
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Lipedema Guide: Causes, Symptoms, Treatments, and More
Lipedema is a disease that occurs when there’s a buildup of fat beneath the skin, which causes an enlargement of certain parts of the body as well as pain. While lipedema is relatively rare, it’s important to know the signs and symptoms. Here’s what you need to know about lipedema,...
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Edema Guide: What Is Edema?
If you’ve ever experienced swelling in your body, whether it be your ankle, leg, or arm, you may have edema. Edema is the medical term for swelling, and it can be caused by a number of factors, such as a disease, medication, or allergy.
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Inflammation vs Swelling
Review our guide on the differences between inflammation vs. swelling, so you can understand how they impact your body differently.
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Chronic Venous Insufficiency
Review our guide on chronic venous insufficiency (CVI) to better understand the symptoms, causes, and treatment options to get the care you need.
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What Causes Lymphedema
Lymphedema is a condition that occurs when fluid builds up in a part of your body, causing pain, swelling, and discomfort in the affected area. Lymphedema causes vary but typically occur when there’s a disruption to the lymphatic system.
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Edema Guide: What Is Edema?
If you’ve ever experienced swelling in your body, whether it be your ankle, leg, or arm, you may have edema. Edema is the medical term for swelling, and it can be caused by a number of factors, such as a disease, medication, or allergy.
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Lipedema Guide: Causes, Symptoms, Treatments, and More
Lipedema is a disease that occurs when there’s a buildup of fat beneath the skin, which causes an enlargement of certain parts of the body as well as pain. While lipedema is relatively rare, it’s important to know the signs and symptoms. Here’s what you need to know about lipedema,...
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What Is a Good Diet for Edema?
If you’re living with edema, finding ways to reduce and manage the symptoms of edema is one of the most important things that you can do. Dietary changes can be an effective tool for managing edema symptoms. Reducing your sodium intake is the primary focus reduce the effects of edema....
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How to Talk to Your Doctor About Swelling
Your doctor might be your strongest ally in finding appropriate treatment for your swelling. Consider making an appointment specifically to discuss your swelling rather than as part of another visit so that you have enough time to get the help you need.
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Lymphedema Guide: What Is Lymphedema?
Lymphedema is a progressive disease where an abnormal amount of fluid accumulates in a localized region of the body. The lymphatic system is often referred to as the main filter for waste products in the body such as toxins, fat, and cancer cells. When the lymphatic system becomes damaged or...
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Signs Your Swelling Might be Caused by an Underlying Condition
When it comes to symptoms like swelling, diagnosis of an underlying condition can be a process. This is particularly true for primary care physicians who treat a wide range of issues, which means it may take more than just one short appointment to pinpoint the cause of swelling.
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Helpful Treatments for Swelling
Many treatments have a positive effect on swelling and even simple lifestyle changes can make a big difference in your quality of life. Your doctor can also suggest treatments that may require a prescription, and help you find the right balance of therapies to relieve your symptoms.
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Why Tracking Symptoms Matters
Knowing exactly which symptoms you have, how long you’ve had them, and how they are progressing can help doctors identify the cause of your swelling and put you on a path to managing your condition.
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Understand the Causes of Swelling
As you adjust your lifestyle and habits to take control of your swelling, it can be helpful — and empowering — to understand what causes swelling and how it works in your body.
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Lipedema vs. Cellulite: What Are the Differences?
Our skin is the largest and one of the most important organs in our body. With that said, there are several medical conditions that can affect our skin and change its appearance. Two common skin conditions are lipedema and cellulite, which can make the skin look bumpy, uneven, and swollen....
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What Is Cellulitis?
Cellulitis is a bacterial skin infection that can occur anywhere on the body. Left untreated, cellulitis can lead to further health complications, which is why finding treatment early on is essential. Cellulitis can be caused by a wide range of factors, such as cuts and wounds from surgery. If you’re...
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What to do After Basic Treatments
Trying common remedies for swelling is a great place to start. However, sometimes those basic treatments aren’t quite enough to relieve the swelling. If that’s true of your situation, it may be time to seek medical attention to find answers and relief.
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What Happens If Edema Is Left Untreated?
Edema is a condition that occurs when fluid builds up in the tissue of your body. In most cases, edema doesn’t pose any health risks if managed, but what happens if edema is left untreated? Edema left untreated can continue to get worse, leading to increased swelling, blisters, and more....
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How to Manage Chronic Swelling
Clinical experts recommend a multi-pronged approach to managing chronic swelling. Working with your doctor and the rest of your care team, you can find the right combination of lifestyle changes, in-office treatments, and at-home therapies to help you take control of your condition.
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Types of Specialists you Might See for Swelling
While seeing your primary care physician about your swelling is a good first step, at a certain point some people need to see a specialist for a diagnosis or coordinated care. Depending on your condition, the type of specialist you see will vary.
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How to Do a Lymphatic Massage
While there’s currently no way to prevent lymphedema, there are ways to manage the symptoms of this condition. It’s best to talk to your doctor before you make any serious changes. Your doctor can diagnose your lymphedema and help you come up with a treatment plan that works for you...
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What you Need to Know About Lipedema
Lipedema is a chronic, progressive condition. That means it cannot be cured, and often gets worse over time. However, when identified early and treated consistently with in-office and at-home treatments, lipedema symptoms can be managed effectively.
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How to Talk to Your Doctor About a PCD
If you are diagnosed with lymphedema, lipedema or phlebolymphedema and your symptoms have not improved after several weeks and multiple treatments, talk to your doctor about a pneumatic compression device (PCD).
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How to Treat Edema Blisters
Edema blisters can be painful and make simple aspects of life more difficult. These blisters are caused by a buildup of fluid underneath the skin, which can eventually lead to the skin in the blistered area to break and release that fluid. While this is more common in the elderly...
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What Is Complete Decongestive Therapy?
Complete decongestive therapy (CDT) is a treatment for lymphedema, edema, and similar conditions where swelling is present. Unlike other types of treatment for lymphedema, complete decongestive therapy doesn’t refer to a single treatment method. Instead, CDT combines several different treatment methods to help stimulate the lymphatic system and relieve the...
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What Is Pitting Edema?
Pitting edema is a condition where an indentation, or pit, is left on the skin when sustained pressure is applied to an area of a person’s body that’s affected by edema. Fortunately, there are treatment options for people that present with pitting edema that can help provide relief and reduce...
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Yoga Poses for Lymphatic Drainage
When your lymphatic system isn’t functioning properly, fluid can build up in your body tissue and lead to swelling. Lymphedema is a medical condition characterized by swelling that can make life more difficult due to pain, decreased mobility, and other symptoms. Fortunately, there are several ways you can manage your...
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Lymphedema Infections
Living with lymphedema can make you more prone to infection. Learn more about lymphedema infections, how they’re caused, treatments, and more in this guide.
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Measuring Edema
Measuring edema can help you get an accurate diagnosis. Learn how edema assessments are performed, along with treatment and other information, here.
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Is Lymphedema Genetic
Hereditary lymphedema is a type of lymphedema that’s genetic. Learn more about genetic lymphedema in this guide.
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Facial Lymphedema
Facial lymphedema can cause difficulty breathing, swelling in the face, and other symptoms. Learn more about lymphedema in the face here.
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What Is the Lymphatic System
The lymphatic system helps our body fight diseases and infections. Find out more about the lymphatic system and its functions in this guide.
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Lymphedema and Obesity: Are They Connected?
Recent research has found a link between lymphedema and obesity. Learn more about the two conditions and their relationship here.
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Phlebolymphedema: All you Need to Know
Phlebolymphedema is the result of chronic venous insufficiency and lymphatic dysfunction. Learn more about phlebolymphedema in our guide.
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What Is Lymphatic Circulation
Lymphatic circulation is a key part of the immune system. Learn more about the role of the lymphatic system in the body.
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Subcutaneous Edema: Symptoms, Causes and Treatment
Subcutaneous edema occurs in the deepest layer of skin and can cause swelling and other symptoms. Learn more about subcutaneous edema in this guide.
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Dependent Edema: Symptoms, Causes, Treatment & More
Dependent edema occurs in areas of the body influenced by gravity, like the legs & arms. Learn more about dependent edema symptoms, causes & more in this guide.
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