Lymphedema Treatment
Can this condition be treated? What Lymphedema treatment options are available? Learn more below about the current treatments available to patients.
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How to Treat Lymphedema
Talk with your doctor about the best plan for you. Options include the following:
Drainage
Your doctor or physical therapist may show you exercises to drain fluid out of your arm or leg. Massage may also be used to help fluid draining. Sometimes external pumps are used to help drain the fluid build-up.
Compression
Compression stockings, sleeves, or bandages are often used to direct fluid away from your affected arm or leg. You may be shown how to apply a compression device.
Medicine
Areas of lymphedema are at risk for infection. Your doctor may prescribe an antibiotic to prevent or treat infection. If the condition is painful your doctor may suggest or prescribe a pain reliever.
Surgery
Surgery to remove extra tissue from your arm or leg may be considered in severe cases.
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