Skin Care For Lymphedema

Skin Care for Lymphedema: Break the Cycle of Inflammation and Infection

Your skin is more than just a surface—it's your body's largest organ, and when you're living with lymphedema, it takes a hit. This video dives into the essential steps to care for your skin, reduce the risk of infection, and protect yourself from the damaging effects of swelling and inflammation.

Hi! I’m Cathy—a Registered Nurse, Registered Massage Therapist and Certified Lymphedema Therapist,. This is the second video in my Pillars of Lymphedema Skin-Care series. If you haven’t seen the first one yet (“What Happens to Your Skin When You Have Lymphedema”), I highly recommend starting there!    • How Lymphedema Changes Your Skin  

In this video, you'll learn:
Why proper skincare is non-negotiable for lymphedema
Tips for skin care
How your diet and hydration play a surprising role in skin health

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Video Chapters
0:00 Introduction
0:58 The cycle of lymphedema progression
1:43 How lymphedema affects the skin
2:36 Tips for daily skin care
3:23 Lotions or creams? What to use when.
4:31 Improving skin with nutrients from food
6:04 The importance of hydration
8:08 How dehydration affects lymph flow and the skin

This is practical information that anyone living with lymphedema—or supporting someone who is—needs to hear.

Disclaimer: This video is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your physician or qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Swelling Solutions and its employees/associates disclaims any liability or loss in connection with the information presented. This content is provided as general education and is not intended to replace professional medical advice. Actions taken based on this content are at the viewer’s own discretion and risk.

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