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Hi I was diagnosed with lymphedema 2 months ago, this weekend I have had 2 tears on my leg that are leaking Lymph, I have an appointment with the nurse at my surgery laterthis morning, has anyone else had these & if so how were they treated,,

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Jennymary

Not able to advise but hope this morning's appt went well

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ahmedsawaby

hi

this tears of lymph indicates extensive edema over the pressure of the skin layers

management includes

1- leg elevation

2- suction of lymph by needle under sterile technique to avoid its complication( get infection) without removal of overlying delicate skin

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Hoobird

thanks for your replies, I saw the practice nurse she said it was mild cellulitis so was prescribed high dose of antibiotis & dressings, my legs are now normal colour & the tears are healing, thank you so much for your help xx

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