Many women hate their legs, especially their thighs. Too wide, too saggy, too many spider veins, too white…no shorts…no swim suits. Any negative feelings I have towards my legs are not based on appearance. Only time I “hate” my legs are when they are sore and painful, or have a ragging case of cellulitis. As far as appearance, I am PROUD of my legs, they show progress, they are a symbol of a health issue I overcame and successfully maintain on a daily basis. My legs support me, and I am so much stronger because of them.
This picture was taken the day I was diagnosed with Lymphedema in December 2001.
This picture was after years (at least 7 years) of MLD (Manual Lymph Drainage) and compression wrapping. Now maintained by wear daytime compression garments.
Hello I have lymphedema of nerv system
My legs and body are sore the pain makes me spew I don’t no how to deal with this illness
Are you getting any treatment for your lymphedema?
Sarah,, have you used the leg pumps?? I was having a problem opening some pictures. Thanx for any info!!
I used a lymphapress initially, then once I found a therapist skilled in MLD I started that as the pump could be painful for me and I was in school at the time and needed to be mobile, verses pumping for many hours a day.
you are one helluva gutsy lady! Wish I was still at Barry so we could “hang out!” I have learned to cherish those friends of mine who have overcome a lot and it makes them so much more interesting and, yeah, well ..fun. I’ve learned that developing a sense of humour about what’s happening to you (and I’ve had PLENTY ‘happen” to me over the years, which is why I love it when somebody else “gets” it and can make themselves and others laugh instead of cry!) That you are working towards solutions to the problems is a tribute to your character and gutsiness! hand in there, kiddo and SHOW EM!
Is there a doctor in Florida that treats lipedema? Can you recommend someone that will actually understand and know what it is and how it painfully affects your life.
There is a doctor at the Cleveland Clinic in Weston, FL. There is also a doctor in the Orlando area.