Patient's question:
My older brother at home is now 36 years old. Recently, he has been experiencing nausea, high fever, and symptoms of venous thrombosis. After a thorough examination at the hospital, it was confirmed to be acute lymphedema. The doctor recommended treatments such as positional drainage and decompression followed by re-bandaging. So, which method is the most effective for treating lymphedema?Doctor's answer:
If acute lymphedema is relatively severe, extracorporeal drainage is generally performed, which is a good treatment method. If acute lymphedema is relatively mild, deflation and re-bandaging can be done. Different treatment plans are carried out according to each person's condition. This situation is best carried out under the guidance of a doctor. It is also necessary to pay attention to personal hygiene and engage in appropriate physical exercise daily, which helps to reduce the body's immunity.