lymphedema treatments vary depending on the stage and cause of the illness. the most important aspect of treatment is learning how to care for your health. your doctor or nurse will teach you and your family how to follow your prescribed treatment. if the initial signs and symptoms of swelling are caused by infection antibiotics may be prescribed. other treatments may include bandaging proper skin care and diet compression garments exercises and manual lymphatic drainage a gentle form of skin stretching/massage.
how is lymphedema treated?