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  John DeVine Originally had melanoma removed from ankle 2008 and later in the calf 2011. After 2 surgeries, infusion in MD Anderson,IPI drug, medications etc. Have been diagnosed for lymphedemia and cellulitis from removal of 23 lymph nodes in groin area followed by...  moreOriginally had melanoma removed from ankle 2008 and later in the calf 2011. After 2 surgeries, infusion in MD Anderson,IPI drug, medications etc. Have been diagnosed for lymphedemia and cellulitis from removal of 23 lymph nodes in groin area followed by radiation. Am wearing 30/40 garment and just started Jovi PAC nighttime garment. Been doing massage for 6 months which was interruoted 3 times for staph infections and surgery. Using best source ever: 100 Questions & Answers about lymphedemia. Looking for someone who has had some of these things to deal with and what you are doing to reduce swelling and soften scar tissue and cellulitis. I have GREAT PT, and assembled a wonderful team of medical professionals but am looking for new ways to treat lymphedemia. Swelling had been growing slowly but steadily. Just today restarted massage and exercise since no more infection ( finally). Unable to locate support groups etc locally.Thanks for your thoughts.  less

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  • February 23, 2013