I too have lymphedema but of the leg. I am a 23+ yr colo rectal cancer survivor. Ten years after surger/radiation my left leg turned up with lymphedema (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lymphedema) in one leg due to radiation burn. I learned to manage this being a fighter, survivor and determined to live life to it's fullest by using a combination of leg wrapping, compression stockings, elevating my legs, and specialized lymphatic massage therapy. But only four years ago when being treated for UTI given Leviquin by IV drip I ended up with Neuropathy in the same limb that I have lymphedema (my weakest limb). I woke up paralized in one leg the next day It was devistating. After several months I had regained some mobility but due to Gabapentin Rx treatment it took away a lot of pain but still causes increased numbness and sometimes I trip over my foot. I have been determined the last few years search for the right treatment and only 9 days ago I started my treatment using the ReBuilder Treatment System (www.rebuildermedical.com also used by Cancer Treatment Center's of America) which since I've been using it I've regained some movement in my toes which were previously numb and lifeless. I now feel temperatures and have started to feel more stable when I walk though I still use the cane for safety. We must always persevere and never lose hope. Cancer survivors are fighters who refuse to quit.
God Blessings, Dee Dee http://1000women.com/users/littledeet#more
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I too have lymphedema but of the leg. I am a 23+ yr colo rectal cancer survivor. Ten years after surger/radiation my left leg turned up with lymphedema (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lymphedema) in one leg due to radiation burn. I learned to manage this being a fighter, survivor and determined to live life to it's fullest by using a combination of leg wrapping, compression stockings, elevating my legs, and specialized lymphatic massage therapy. But only four years ago when being treated for UTI given Leviquin by IV drip I ended up with Neuropathy in the same limb that I have lymphedema (my weakest limb). I woke up paralized in one leg the next day It was devistating. After several months I had regained some mobility but due to Gabapentin Rx treatment it took away a lot of pain but still causes increased numbness and sometimes I trip over my foot. I have been determined the last few years search for the right treatment and only 9 days ago I started my treatment using the ReBuilder Treatment System (www.rebuildermedical.com also used by Cancer Treatment Center's of America) which since I've been using it I've regained some movement in my toes which were previously numb and lifeless. I now feel temperatures and have started to feel more stable when I walk though I still use the cane for safety. We must always persevere and never lose hope. Cancer survivors are fighters who refuse to quit.
February 18, 2011 - 4:00pmGod Blessings, Dee Dee http://1000women.com/users/littledeet#more
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