Lymphoedema and freezing cold feet that I cant seem to warm

[Jimin2016]

Hi everyone,

Just wanted your advice about this, I have got really freezing cold feet that what ever I do I cant get warm, its been going on for a few months now before I got told by my GP that I have got Lymphoedema, although I still not convinced I have it as my swelling is mild, Do you think its connected to this problem ? any advice you can give I would be really grateful

[veriterc]

I had same cold feet, and doctor told me to wear warm socks round the clock - in bed as well. My feet are much warmer. I've no idea what caused this, but for what it's worth this is working for me.

[Hidden]

I have similar, mild lymphoedema in right foot but both feet are freezing all the time. In winter I wear 3 pairs of socks, ordinary pair, walking socks then fluffy thermal socks, day and night. It helps but still not great.

Be careful not to wear socks with tight elastic round your ankles. Also, keeping the rest of you warm will help, thermal trousers etc.

[Lynora]

MY OH has this problem - feet/toes - also in his hands/fingers and the tip of his nose. His has been diagnosed as Raynaud's Syndrome. He also has venous insufficiency, so wears compression garments - plus at least 2 pairs of socks. He wears silk liners under his gloves - throughout the year. He would love to move to the south of France or Spain as the problem is not so severe whenever we are on holiday!

[Kallenubble]

I often have really cold feet too - or rather, the foot on the lymphedema leg gets really cold. Strangely I often don’t notice it until I touch it. And it’s not consistent - usually just before going to bed in the winter, then it warms up over night. I’m more bothered by the opposite issue - that it gets “hot and bothered “ during and after exercise ( unless of course it’s swimming). This could also be because I re-injured this foot in January - don’t think it happened as much beforehand.

Love your profile pic, btw - similar to my Facebook one. Love cheetahs!!

[Ruth39]

I can identify with is comment as I have had Lymphoedema since I was small handed down by my mother. I find that a hot water bottle is the best way to get warm. The walking the wall is also a good way to exercise!! It works and gets circulation going. I am 80 next week and have found that the compression knee highs have kept the legs under control.