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A member asked:
Hey i have congenital lymphoedema and i'm using compressible methods for treatment and the decrease the oedema temporary .is there any permanent ways?
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Unfortunately no: Surgery can only help reduce the burden, but is not permanent... Sorry... Please read this... http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/lymphedema/ds00609/dsection=causes.
Answered 3/20/2013
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