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24/08/2025
23/08/2025

We have another gift donated for the giveaway! The lady who will be making t-shirts for our store has donated a lymphedema t-shirt! I will get the size of the winner on the day of the drawing! There will be SO many great gifts you all! We don’t know the print yet but it’s coming SOON!

23/08/2025

We have several that signed up for our monthly newsletter which means we have several names being registered for our giveaway! Lots of good prizes! All you have to do is email saying you want a newsletter sent to you and you’re in for a chance to win! Just email lymphedemafactsofmylife@gmail.com. Say that you want the monthly newsletter and your name goes in the drawing. Provide the address you want it sent to. Do NOT put your address in the comments for safety reasons. Send the address to the email provided above. Many hugs to all of you and i hope each of you have a wonderful day!

This is regarding Lymphedema. Disturbing to know this fact….two of my sons may have the gene but take good care of thems...
22/08/2025

This is regarding Lymphedema. Disturbing to know this fact….two of my sons may have the gene but take good care of themselves the best they know how. thats a big maybe of two of them because one of them severely injured his leg with a chainsaw and if anything I feel that would cause LE to flare. Either way this is a hard fact to think about when it comes to your children.

Just a reminder you all that if you sign up for the monthly newsletter your name will be put in the drawing for a giveaw...
20/08/2025

Just a reminder you all that if you sign up for the monthly newsletter your name will be put in the drawing for a giveaway!! It has all kinds of nice stuff that has been donated! Just email me and say that you want the newsletter and you’ll get your name added for the giveaway and receive a monthly newsletter!

Email me at lymphedemafactsofmylife@gmail.com

Please do NOT put your address in the comments for safety reasons! Thank you to all the ones that have already requested a newsletter. The first one will be sent out September 15th. Then the 3rd thereafter. You guys are amazing! I hope that you have a good night/day wherever you are!
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A few of the past giveaways!

Thanks for being a top engager and making it on to my weekly engagement list! 🎉Sandy Levinson, Jayne Taljaard Hattingh, ...
18/08/2025

Thanks for being a top engager and making it on to my weekly engagement list! 🎉

Sandy Levinson, Jayne Taljaard Hattingh, Becky Schriner McElmurry

How do you know if it's edema or lymphedema?OverviewDoes lymphedema need to be treated? Lymphedema ...Lymphedema and ede...
18/08/2025

How do you know if it's edema or lymphedema?

Overview

Does lymphedema need to be treated?

Lymphedema ...

Lymphedema and edema are both conditions involving fluid buildup in tissues, but lymphedema is a specific type of edema resulting from lymphatic system dysfunction, while edema is a more general term for swelling. Key differences include the cause (lymphatic vs. other), the duration (chronic vs. acute), and the response to elevation (little to no improvement in lymphedema).

Here's a more detailed breakdown:

Edema:

General term: Edema is a broad term for swelling caused by excess fluid accumulation in body tissues.

Causes:

Edema can stem from various issues like heart failure, kidney problems, vein issues (venous insufficiency), or prolonged standing.

Duration:

Edema can be acute (short-term) or chronic (long-term).

Response to elevation:

Elevation often helps reduce swelling caused by edema.

Lymphedema:

Specific type of edema: Lymphedema occurs when the lymphatic system, which normally drains fluid from tissues, is damaged or blocked, leading to fluid buildup.

Causes:
Lymphedema can be primary (congenital) or secondary (caused by damage from surgery, radiation, infection, or cancer).

Duration:

Lymphedema is typically a chronic condition.

Response to elevation:

Elevation usually provides little to no relief from lymphedema swelling.

Other characteristics:

Lymphedema can cause skin changes like thickening or hardening, and in advanced cases, may lead to limb deformity.

Key distinctions for diagnosis:

Stemmer's sign:

Inability to pinch and lift a skinfold at the base of the second toe or middle finger is a positive Stemmer's sign, indicating lymphedema.

Skin changes:

Lymphedema can cause skin thickening, hardening, and changes in texture, while venous insufficiency may lead to skin discoloration and ulcers.

Response to treatment:

Lymphedema swelling often doesn't respond to elevation or diuretics as much as edema does.

Difference in pain :

Edema is usually relieved with elevation while lymphedema (in most patients ) is an ongoing intense pain and some severe.

Take care of your body to prevent risk! If you have swelling PLEASE ask the doctor to test for lymphedema as well , otherwise , they typically will not 😭

This is for informational purposes only. For medical advice or diagnosis, consult a professional.

Give our new members a HUGE heartfelt welcome!
17/08/2025

Give our new members a HUGE heartfelt welcome!

Fun fact: lymphedema affects 250 million people globally! That’s not including those who have it and don’t know it due t...
16/08/2025

Fun fact: lymphedema affects 250 million people globally! That’s not including those who have it and don’t know it due to lack of education 😢

Big shout out to my newest top fans! 💎William A Barnes, Corey Hausner , Corey Parsons, Loretta Swiger , Kenneth Brooks, ...
14/08/2025

Big shout out to my newest top fans! 💎

William A Barnes, Corey Hausner , Corey Parsons, Loretta Swiger , Kenneth Brooks,

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