What is a Lymphatic Disorder?
Lymphatic disorders affect the lymphatic system, which is part of the immune system. Learn more about what lymphatic disorders are and what causes them.
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Our general edema resource hub provides information and solutions for lymphatic swelling. Explore our general edema resources below for information on edema causes, symptoms, and treatments.
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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 lymphedema symptoms at home, such as yoga.
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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 and your medical history. Keep reading to learn more about managing lymphedema and lymphedema prevention.
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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 pain, swelling, and other symptoms that may be present with lymphedema.
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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 swelling that’s associated with this condition.
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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 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 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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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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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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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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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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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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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 at risk of developing cellulitis, it’s important to be informed of the causes, symptoms, and treatment of this infection. In this post, we’ll provide an in-depth cellulitis definition, along with information on cellulitis symptoms, what causes cellulitis, treatment options, and more.
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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. Visiting a doctor for edema treatment is important, especially if you haven’t attempted to find treatment options.
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