question about cellulitis

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jinky
jinky Member Posts: 746
edited June 2014 in Lymphedema

Hi Everyone, On the inner side of my elbow there is like a flesh color, chain like rash that isn't itchy. Wondering if this isn't irration from sleeve? Also a couple of small redish ,looks like bite from insect.

Had to start 2nd round of meds for cellulitis. Looks like it is going away ,red spot, on outer arm.

thank you so much le hugs jinky

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  • jinky
    jinky Member Posts: 746
    edited June 2012

    I think they are small blisters.......le hugs jinky

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  • Marple
    Marple Member Posts: 19,143
    edited June 2012

    Jinky, would by chance it be an allergy to something or perhaps not a well fitted sleeve?  Maybe a new sleeve?

    Hopefully it resolves quickly.

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  • jinky
    jinky Member Posts: 746
    edited June 2012

    you know I fell asleep with my arm bend and I was wondering about that as it hurt after that.........thanks Marple le hugs jinky

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  • Binney4
    Binney4 Member Posts: 8,609
    edited June 2012

    Jinky, are you treating the spots with a topical antibiotic? Keep the whole area clean and the skin moistened. Sigh! Just don't join this cellulitis epidemic we're having here, y'hear?!Frown Drink lots, get plenty of rest (NOT with your arm bent, though--geesh! we have to be so careful, even when we're sleeping!Surprised)

    Be well! Big hugs, dear friend!
    Binney

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  • jinky
    jinky Member Posts: 746
    edited June 2012

    I am now Binney....thanks le hugs jinky

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  • jinky
    jinky Member Posts: 746
    edited June 2012

    Should I cover it? LE therapist said to wear my sleeve and glove but it made it worse so have it bare? le hugs jinky

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  • jinky
    jinky Member Posts: 746
    edited June 2012

    "Step Up, Speak Out" at http://www.stepup-speakout.org/ "Resources, support and advocacy for women and men with breast cancer-related lymphedema". This website has a lot of information about lymphedema and its treatments, and links to resources etc. I haven't examined it in detail but it looks like it would be a valuable resource for people with any kind of lymphedema and well worth exploring.

    Looking for websites and this came up. Very impressive.....le hugs jinky.....guide to the world's best lymphedema websites
    for information and support

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  • Binney4
    Binney4 Member Posts: 8,609
    edited June 2012

    Jinky, yeah, a bandaid is good until it's healed. If you can't wear the garments you get to play the lady of leisure and sit around keeping your arm elevated as much as possible.Laughing (And I'd avoid swimming until it's cleared, too.)

    LE Hugs right back at ya'!Kiss
    Binney

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