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What are some home remedies for lymphedema?

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There are tight, restrictive socks that can be worn. Raise legs as parallel as you can to your heart. Switch positions if sitting for a long period of time. Watching salt intake because ingesting high amounts of salt will cause your body to retain water. Light exercise and massage.

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posted by lsands (17)
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The lymphedema extremity should be elevated above the heart level. If at all possible the extremity ahould be wrapped in ace bandages during the day and removed at bedtime, this allows the skin beneath to breathe, and reduces pressure areas. Keep the area clean and dry. Avoid putting lotion in the affected area.

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Home treaments for lymphedema abound. One method is wearing compression garments such as support socks and pantyhose to improve circulation. Another is to elevate extremities, such as by using bed raisers or placing pillows beneath the mattress. Another suggestion is to avoid eating salty or spicy foods and practice proper hygiene.

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posted by sur (16)
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Home treatment of lymphedema should focus on stimulating the circulation of the lymphatic fluid to prevent its pooling. Two excellent choices are massage and compression bandages. Walking while swinging the arms and swimming also work to decrease the amount of pooling. Special care must be taken to prevent any breakdown of the skin, since this can lead to infection.

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posted by Bones (102)
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Simple exercises are mostly preferred. Take a towel twist it tightly, hold it as it is and then reverse the direction. This strengthens the upper arms. Put one's arm on one's head,during the day. Prop at one's side on a pillow to above the heart level,during night time.

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