tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6984142198411061060.post3561739106777852712..comments2023-09-11T09:05:06.845-07:00Comments on Dr John's Health File: Lymphedema pain relief - waterAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16820537514071667279noreply@blogger.comBlogger4125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6984142198411061060.post-15283271297769376662012-07-29T19:22:36.185-07:002012-07-29T19:22:36.185-07:00I had kidney stones. And i had a stint in my right...I had kidney stones. And i had a stint in my right side and then later my left side kidneys. About 1 and a half yrs later.....lymphedema in my legs. In about 4 months I gained 20 lbs of water. I am the only 1 in my family with this. I have gone on a veagan, gluten free diet. I have lost those 20 lbs. and hope to keep going down. The diet is very hard. I love meat. But. I love myself more so its worth it. I live making lemonade. And then i blend a cucumber really good and then mix them. The citric acid prevents my stones and the cucumber makes. Me expel water. Great all natural diuretic. Hope this helps.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17411385561683365356noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6984142198411061060.post-4120995022692745712012-07-29T18:51:37.894-07:002012-07-29T18:51:37.894-07:00That is an interesting perspective that I have nev...That is an interesting perspective that I have never considered. I do remember taking a flight from Chicago to Orlando and found it strange that I was experiencing some swelling in my hand when I got there. Fortunately, I had just bought a product called Lymphedema Reliever a couple weeks before my trip. It's a product made specifically for Lymphedema patients and helps in moving fluids and inflamation while decreasing the size of the swelling. My physical therapist recommended I purchase it for at home therapy. I bought mine on line at amazon, but I think you can also search Lymphedema Reliever to find it.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6984142198411061060.post-42323260449799965402010-03-14T22:58:45.739-07:002010-03-14T22:58:45.739-07:00I have never flown in an airplane. I am the only ...I have never flown in an airplane. I am the only one in my family who has lymphedema, but then again, I am the one who came down with non hodgkins lymphoma (stage 1--insolent) and I have a feeling there in lies the problem. I am not a big water drinker (shame, shame) and I know that helps. I do however, live in a fixer upper house and I've noticed that whenever I have a flare up (simultaneously with a project that needs completion) painting with a roller works miracles on my arms (which is the only place I have the lymphedema). I have drawn the conclusion that for me, exercise of the arms works in reducing the time I endure the lymphedema. I go to bed with popeye arms and wake up with olive oil arms. Just a goofy comment for you all. And remember, you are not alone with this disorder.pdxchrissyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09754316791446986907noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6984142198411061060.post-37784851116209112492009-05-31T22:03:23.982-07:002009-05-31T22:03:23.982-07:00Studies are beginning to show ties between Lymphed...Studies are beginning to show ties between Lymphedema and flying in airplanes - possibly from the pressurized cabin? There are pressurized sleeves that are sold at pharmacies to help protect breast cancer survivors from the onset of Lymphedema.<br /><br />One of the best things you can do to handle lymphedema is range of motion exercises. There is a fantastic video called "Focus on Healing" (www.enhancementinc.com) that was produced by a professional dancer to help her mother and later herself to deal with the effects of breast cancer surgery and prevent lymphedema. <br /><br />The video is distributed by yoga master Shoosh Crotzer through Enhancement Inc, a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for women during and after breast cancer. “Focus on Healing” is used by 350 hospitals an has sold over 12,500 copies.<br /><br />Hope this helps!Emmagenehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16018129950272661205noreply@blogger.com