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  • Welcome Family
    Welcome to all our family and friends. Patients, families, caregivers, therapists, nurses, doctors, anyone with a concern for and interest in lymphedema is most welcome!!!
    Moderators: Birdwatcher, jenjay, Cassie, patoco, Senior Moderators
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    Sun Aug 04, 2013 12:48 pm
  • MEMBERSHIP RULES IN NEW FORUMS
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    Due to the horrendous amount of spam, we have gone to manually approved membership.

    You will be notified via email upon approval.
    Moderators: Birdwatcher, jenjay, Cassie, patoco, Senior Moderators
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    Sat Feb 03, 2007 7:51 pm
  • Lymphedema People Administrative, Management
    Includes listing and links to our other websites, blogs and support groups.
    Moderators: Birdwatcher, jenjay, Cassie, patoco, Senior Moderators
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    70 Posts
    Last post by Brad View the latest post
    Sun Jul 28, 2013 8:51 am
  • Registry of Lymphedema Doctors
    United States and International
    Moderators: Birdwatcher, jenjay, Cassie, patoco, Senior Moderators
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    Last post by patoco View the latest post
    Sat Dec 17, 2011 3:53 pm
  • Lighthouse Lymphedema Network
    Information about the organization, events and more!
    Moderators: Birdwatcher, jenjay, Cassie, Senior Moderators
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    27 Posts
    Last post by patoco View the latest post
    Tue Oct 30, 2012 11:03 am
  • Lymphedema Family Study
    Genetic studies program at the University of Pittsburg. Robert E. Ferrell, Ph.D., David N. Finegold, M.D., Kara Levine, M.S., and Kelly Knickelbein, M.S. at the Department of Human Genetics in collaboration with Judith Esman, M.D. are working to determine the genetic basis of primary (or inherited) lymphedema.
    Moderators: Birdwatcher, jenjay, Cassie, patoco, Senior Moderators
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    Last post by patoco View the latest post
    Wed Feb 01, 2012 7:14 am
  • Lymphedema Events Calender
    A special place for members to share and find out about events related to lymphedema. If you know of an event, please share with us.
    Moderators: Birdwatcher, jenjay, Cassie, Senior Moderators
    22 Topics
    27 Posts
    Last post by patoco View the latest post
    Mon Sep 12, 2011 1:44 pm
  • Lymphedema Family Talk
    FLU SHOTS, trusting doctors, stomach swelling, compression garment fitting, perception of lymphedema, anger, shoulders, shoulder blades, pantyhose, benadryl, TB test, shaking leg
    Moderators: Birdwatcher, jenjay, Cassie, patoco, Senior Moderators
    84 Topics
    397 Posts
    Last post by jenjay View the latest post
    Sat Aug 17, 2013 6:57 pm
  • Lymphedema Personal stories
    HOSPICE, genetics clinic, leaking legs, EMG, nerve conductions, phantom liquid feeling, chronic fatigue, chills, malaise, ankle pain, swollen feet, transient lymphedema, full body lymphedema, tissue hardness, dystonia, painful boil
    Moderators: Birdwatcher, jenjay, Cassie, patoco, Senior Moderators
    235 Topics
    1075 Posts
    Last post by blubrdfrend View the latest post
    Fri Jul 26, 2013 9:57 pm
  • Our Daily Lives with Lymphedema
    lymphatic fault, carpal tunnel, Sesamoiditis, Tendonitis in Foot, hot tubs, spas, jacuzzi, mattress toppers, cold weather, daily lymphedema management, Bandage Wrapping, Wrapping and Rolling
    Moderators: Birdwatcher, jenjay, Cassie, patoco, Senior Moderators
    119 Topics
    459 Posts
    Last post by patoco View the latest post
    Wed May 22, 2013 12:46 pm
  • Lymphedema Information
    scar lymphedema, upper limb swelling, sirolimus-treated patients, limb volume, Massive Localized Lymphedema, Toxoplasmosis research papers, surgery pain, tattoos, hysterectomy, lymphedema side effects, causes of lymphedema, head lymphedema, eyelid lymphedema, insect bites, rosacea, elderly lymphedema, bioimpedence
    Moderators: Birdwatcher, jenjay, Cassie, patoco, Senior Moderators
    62 Topics
    153 Posts
    Last post by patoco View the latest post
    Thu Apr 04, 2013 11:44 am
  • Children and Lymphedema
    Infants, Babies, Toddlers, Teens with Lymphedema, lymphedema chronic arthritis, pediatric lymphedema, debulking surgery children, arm and leg swelling in babies, daily care
    Moderators: Birdwatcher, jenjay, Cassie, patoco, Senior Moderators
    28 Topics
    48 Posts
    Last post by patoco View the latest post
    Fri May 04, 2012 2:40 pm
  • Young People with Lymphedema
    Special Section for Ages 15 through 35. Late Teens through young adults, clothes, toe leakage, study, work, shoes
    Moderators: Birdwatcher, jenjay, Cassie, blush
    27 Topics
    118 Posts
    Last post by Sarah1234 View the latest post
    Tue Dec 04, 2012 6:10 pm
  • Leg Lymphedema
    leg pain, leg bleeding, Farrow Wraps, Compression Stockings, cold feet, Reid Sleeve, Restless Leg Syndrome, Leg Cramps, Compression Pumps, Shoes, lower limb lymphedema, secondary leg lymphedema, leg wrapping, Cold Feet, Compression socks, nerve pain, self leg massage, right leg lymphedema
    Moderators: Birdwatcher, Cassie, patoco, Senior Moderators
    215 Topics
    914 Posts
    Last post by cleo View the latest post
    Tue Jul 02, 2013 9:40 pm
  • Related Medical Conditions
    Lymph Node Infarction, Diabetes, Prader Willi Syndrome, Buerger's Disease, Clark's Syndrome, Axillary Web Syndrome, Post Thrombotic Syndrome, Sed Rate, Chronic Myofascial Pain, Kawasaki Disease, Duncan's Syndrome, pulmonary edema, thoracentesis, pleurodesis, lung fluid, Lymphangioleiomyomatosis (LAM), Restless Leg Syndrome, Inflammation, Lipomas, Crohn's Disease, Panniculitis, Hidradenitis Suppurativa, Phelan-McDermid Syndrome - 22q13 deletion, lymphoproliferative disorders, blood tests. amniotic band syndrome, nerve damage, hives, leg edema, omphalocele, Podoconiosis
    Moderators: Birdwatcher, jenjay, Cassie, patoco, Senior Moderators
    50 Topics
    126 Posts
    Last post by patoco View the latest post
    Wed Jan 09, 2013 12:13 pm
  • Complications of Lymphedema
    swollen back, rash, Lymph node fibrosclerosis, Immunodificient Limb, DVT, venous insufficiency, inflammation, inflammatory response, bone fractures
    Moderators: Birdwatcher, jenjay, Cassie, patoco, Senior Moderators
    24 Topics
    69 Posts
    Last post by patoco View the latest post
    Sat Dec 15, 2012 1:53 pm
  • Lymphedema Infections, Cellulitis, lymphangitis
    delayed breast cellulitis, recurrent cellulitis, recurrent erysipelas, soft tissue infections, Dermatolymphangioadenitis (DLA), Flesh Eating Bacteria, Bacterial Infections, Strep Infections, bacterial cellulitis, prophylactic antibiotics
    Moderators: Birdwatcher, jenjay, patoco, Senior Moderators
    46 Topics
    118 Posts
    Last post by patoco View the latest post
    Wed Mar 20, 2013 11:45 am
  • Treatment for Lymphedema
    laser workshops, physiatrists, Diaphragmatic Breathing, daflon 500, coumarin powder, nordic walking, lymphocyte injection, essential oils, massagers, ball massage, heat, Lymphomyosot, Self Massage Therapy, Elastin Ampules, Lymphobiology, leg drainage, naturopathy, ace bandages, Craniosacral Therapy, lymph node transplants, Lymphatic-venous anastomosis, vein grafting, lymph vessel transplantation, surgery scrotal lymphedema, shoes
    Moderators: Birdwatcher, jenjay, patoco, Senior Moderators
    114 Topics
    324 Posts
    Last post by Wendy View the latest post
    Fri Jul 19, 2013 5:58 pm
  • Meet the Therapist
    A special forum where you can have direct chat with a certified lymphedema therapist for questions regarding your treatment and daily management of lymphedema. Tom Kincheloe is our moderator for this forum.
    Moderators: Birdwatcher, jenjay, Cassie, patoco, tkincheloe, Senior Moderators
    8 Topics
    34 Posts
    Last post by patoco View the latest post
    Tue Jan 24, 2012 8:41 am
  • Therapists, Clinics, Hospitals
    Certified Lymphedema Therapists in the United States, Complex Lymphatic Therapy Courses, Massage Therapy Definitions by State Boards, LANA, Choosing a Lymphedema Therapist, Resources for Locating Lymphedema Treatment, in patient treatment
    Moderators: Birdwatcher, jenjay, Cassie, patoco, Senior Moderators
    18 Topics
    40 Posts
    Last post by patoco View the latest post
    Mon Jul 16, 2012 10:17 am
  • Skin care, conditions, complications
    Diseases, Fungal Infections, treatment, health, Cuts, Scrapes, Blisters, Skin Hygiene, Shingles, Papillomatosis cutis carcinoides, Tea Tree Oil, Psoriasis, Dry Skin, Lymphomatoid Papulosis, Cutis Marmorata, Warts and Verrucas, Bug Bite Protection, laser hair removal, eczema, skin plaque, nodules, psoriasis, nail care, Acroangiodermatitis
    Moderators: Birdwatcher, jenjay, Cassie, patoco, Senior Moderators
    33 Topics
    63 Posts
    Last post by blubrdfrend View the latest post
    Wed Oct 24, 2012 6:51 pm
  • Lymphedema Wounds
    Weeping spots, lymphorrhea, Cuts, Scrapes, Stitches, Blisters, Silver Dressings, Compression therapy, wound bandaging, wound infections
    Moderators: Birdwatcher, jenjay, Cassie, patoco, Senior Moderators
    21 Topics
    25 Posts
    Last post by patoco View the latest post
    Sat Dec 15, 2012 11:59 am
  • Lymphedema Lifestyles
    Exercises, Diets, Nutrition, Vitamins, Health, Coping, gardening, herbal remedies, truncal lymphedema, chronic illness, breathing, stress, arm exercises, leg exercises, water exercises, low impact exercises, weight training, chair exercises, resistance exercises, stretch exercises, lymphatic drainage, detox patches
    Moderators: Birdwatcher, jenjay, Cassie, patoco, Senior Moderators
    49 Topics
    127 Posts
    Last post by patoco View the latest post
    Thu Apr 25, 2013 12:37 pm
  • Lymphedema and Cancer Information
    Cutaneous B-Cell Lymphoma and Lymphedema, Cutaneous T-cell lymphoma and Lymphedema, Hodgkins Lymphoma, Kidney and Renal Cancer, Cervical Cancer, Renal Cell Carcinoma, Breast Cancer, Ovarian Cancer, Testicular, arm swelling, Skin Cancer, angiosarcoma, kaposi's sarcoma, gallium scan, axillary node dissection, gynecological cancer, axillary reverse mapping, lymphatic cancers, inguinal node dissection, cancer treatment, Complete decongestive therapy for arm lymphedema, lymphedema therapy, intensive decongestive physiotherapy, breast cancer related lymphedema, upper limb lymphedema
    Moderators: Birdwatcher, jenjay, Cassie, patoco, Senior Moderators
    86 Topics
    171 Posts
    Last post by patoco View the latest post
    Sun Jan 13, 2013 9:43 am
  • Lymphedema Articles
    lymphatic mapping, Fluorescence lymphography, lymphatic alterations, lymphatic vessel abnormalities, clinical trials, lymphatic capillary regeneration, orbital lymphatics, lymph fluid physiology, lymph fluid, cutaneous periarteritis nodosa, lymph detox, Lymphatic Vessel Hyperplasia, puffy hand syndrome, lymphatic valves, lymph flow, lymphedema roadshow, Thoracic lymphatics, Abdominal Lymphatics
    Moderators: Birdwatcher, jenjay, Cassie, patoco, Senior Moderators
    40 Topics
    55 Posts
    Last post by blubrdfrend View the latest post
    Mon Dec 24, 2012 9:06 pm
  • Advocacy and Governmental Resources
    URGENT ADVOCATE ALERT: Trends in Risk Reduction Practices for the Prevention of Lymphedema * *
    advocacy news, Medicare coverage of Lymphedema Garments, Bandages and Supplies, ssdi, new york lymphedema bill, medicare drug plan, medicare therapy caps, Access to Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Services Act, medicare Outpatient Therapy Caps Exception Process 2007, Lymphedema Stakeholders, Prosthetics, Orthotics, long term disability, Georgia Medical, Nursing and Therapy Schools, Georgia lymphedema resolution, lymphatic disease awareness, insurance companies, resource links, Status of state bills for lymphedema treatment, Lymphedema Awareness Day - Georgia, Consumer Actions Websites, Health Policy Issues, How to lobby, National institutes health, Patient advocacy, Federal government, state government resources
    Moderators: Birdwatcher, jenjay, Cassie, patoco, Senior Moderators
    54 Topics
    59 Posts
    Last post by patoco View the latest post
    Sat Mar 02, 2013 11:33 am
  • Genetics, Research, Lymphangiogenesis, Angiogenesis
    Lymphangiogenic Gene Therapy, yellow nail syndrome, lymphatic vascular development, Intratumoral lymphatics, peritumoral lymphatics, stem cell research, Angiopoietins, VEGF, PIGF, FOXC1, FOXC2, Lymphatic Insufficiency. SOX18, lymphatic hyperplasia, Molecular lymphangiogenesis, PROX1, FLT3, Telan­giectasia, Lymphatic endothelial cells, adult vasculogenesis, LYVE1
    Moderators: Birdwatcher, jenjay, Cassie, patoco, Senior Moderators
    59 Topics
    64 Posts
    Last post by patoco View the latest post
    Sat Dec 15, 2012 12:25 pm
  • Organizations, Support Groups, Vendors
    Israel Lymphedema Association, Telesto Medtech, Compression Garments, international websites, lymphedema links, Letter of Medical Necessity, online medical sources, suppliers, insurance companies, lymphedema products
    Moderators: Birdwatcher, jenjay, Cassie, patoco, Senior Moderators
    42 Topics
    54 Posts
    Last post by patoco View the latest post
    Mon Nov 26, 2012 11:13 am
  • Lymphatic Filariasis
    Wuchereria bancrofti vespid, Immune response, Serum immune complexes diagnosis, Diethylcarbamazine (DEC), Wolbachia in filarial parasites, Interdigital skin lesions, Urban Filariasis, Doxycycline, mass drug administration program, Filarial Lymphedema Care, Detection of filarial parasites, Albendazole, research abstracts
    Moderators: Birdwatcher, jenjay, Cassie, patoco, Senior Moderators
    61 Topics
    65 Posts
    Last post by patoco View the latest post
    Sat Dec 15, 2012 12:56 pm
  • Lipedema
    lipedema, lipoedema, lipodema, lymph system, lymphatic disturbances, lipedema patient stories, lipedema blogs, resources, treatments, information pages, painful fat syndrome
    Moderators: Birdwatcher, jenjay, Cassie, patoco, Senior Moderators
    26 Topics
    34 Posts
    Last post by patoco View the latest post
    Wed Dec 14, 2011 9:57 am
  • Lymphangiectasia
    Congenital Pulmonary Lymphangiectasia, Gastrointestinal lymphangiectasia, Wireless capsule endoscopy, Antiplasmin Therapy, Medium Chain Triglycerides, Octreotide Treatment, cutaneous lymphangiectasia, primary pulmonary lymphangiectasia, skin lymphangiectasia, support group resources, haemorrhagica conjunctivae, incontinentia pigmenti, Hemihypertrophy, Impaired neutrophil function, dilated lymphatics, eye lymphangiectasia, kidney lymphangiectasia, autologous blood therapy, protein-losing gastroenteropathy, double balloon enteroscopy, malabsorption syndromes, Osteomalacia
    Moderators: Birdwatcher, jenjay, Cassie, patoco, Senior Moderators
    46 Topics
    50 Posts
    Last post by patoco View the latest post
    Sat Dec 15, 2012 11:36 am
  • Lymphoedema

    Moderators: Birdwatcher, Cassie, patoco, Senior Moderators
    31 Topics
    34 Posts
    Last post by patoco View the latest post
    Mon Nov 28, 2011 11:06 am
  • Reference - Terms and Definitions

    Moderators: Birdwatcher, Cassie, Senior Moderators
    Subforums: Antibiotic Glossary, Blood Glossary, Cancer Glossary, Clinical Trials Glossary, Diet Glossary, Edema Glossary, Genetics Glossary, Immune System Glossary, Lymphedema Glossary, Skin Glossary, Vitamin Glossary, Wound Glossary
    13 Topics
    32 Posts
    Last post by patoco View the latest post
    Sun Feb 28, 2010 8:58 am
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