why do i get lump like spots in red patches on both my legs which i have lymphedema

[gruntfootuck]

[LymphSuppNetwork Partner LSN]

Are you seeing a lymphoedema practitioner?

[gruntfootuck in reply to LymphSuppNetwork]

i go to a hospice which has the lymphoedema clinic in there.i see a nurse.i do not go back till aug

[sue32]

I get these too grunt!! My legs look like a map of the himalayas!! XX Not sure what they are though!! Means I can't shave my legs!!!! XXX

[gruntfootuck in reply to sue32]

mine also they look awful i am scared to wear a dress skirt or shorts but i have to wear compression stockings all day & everyday.i look funny when the suns out hot & i got out with shorts or skirt on.we recently when on holiday to spain my husband says go on try it so i did but felt has if everybody was looking which they was not.now i have done it i am wiiling to do it again

[LymphSuppNetwork Partner LSN]

HI Gruntfootuck - the reason I ask is that good skin condition is so important for optimising your lymphoedema management so if, for example, you might have developed an allergy to the garment or if you have skin changes from a build up of protein then it is important to ask your lymphoedema team about any rashes/lumps and bumps in the affected area. If they do not feel it is anything to do with your lymphoedema then perhaps you should talk to your GP about a referral to a dermatologist.

[ninewells]

The answer i was given to mine as i even took photo's of it each time it happened was it was connected to a bowel condition. This was confirmed when i required bowel surgery in January, so my consultant was spot on with myself, not sure if its the same lumps we are all speaking about quys, pictures would be required to compare. It could also be ridges form compression or a reaction to the garments as suggested so many different answers. your consultant o=r care team is the way to go for an answer, check next time you are with them. take a picture if it's not always visable. Ninewlls

[unlucky]

hi all i also suffer with these lumps and spots etc my doctor said she has no idea why i have them plus i still cant get an appointment to see a lymphodema nurse and i have had it 6 years now and no treatment what so ever im just using crutches to get around because of the pain and my doctor gives me medication when i have cellulits and thats it heather

[Isabelle1973]

Hi! I have a red/pink bump and it's been there forever. I'm having it monitored by a dermatologist who is very knowledgeable with LE. How big are yours? Mine is about 1/2 inch in diameter.