01/09/2026
Part of living with Lymphedema…….
😷 Lymphedema & Phlegm — let’s talk about it
A lot of people don’t realize this, but excessive phlegm, throat clearing, chest heaviness, or that constant “mucus stuck” feeling can be part of living with lymphedema—especially when the lymphatic system isn’t draining well. 🦋
When lymph fluid backs up, it doesn’t just affect arms or legs. It can impact the neck, chest, and airway too. Add inflammation, reduced movement, reflux, medications, or infections—and suddenly phlegm becomes another daily struggle no one warned us about. 🩵
It’s uncomfortable.
It’s exhausting.
And it’s real. 🦋
If you deal with chronic phlegm, post-nasal drip, coughing, or tightness in your chest with lymphedema—you’re not imagining it, and you’re not alone. 🩵
💬 Let’s talk about the symptoms people don’t see.
🩵 Awareness matters.
📣 Sharing helps others feel less alone.
Common symptoms people report with lymphedema-related phlegm:🦋
• Constant throat clearing
• Thick or sticky mucus
• Feeling like something is “stuck” in the throat
• Chest heaviness or tightness
• Chronic cough without illness
• Post-nasal drip
• Hoarseness or voice changes
• Difficulty swallowing at times
• Increased symptoms when lying down
• Worsening during flares, infections, or inflammation
• Neck, chest, or facial swelling
• Feeling short of breath without lung disease🩵🦋
