['lizbeth]

Oh 2senuf - that sucks. It sounds uncomfortable.

I wonder if the pressure is too tight, after all the lymph vessels can only process so much fluid and yours in the right arm are already compromised.

I have heard of surgical intervention for lymphedema that is just being introduced. I'll post some articles for you.

I had an amazing team of physical therapy doctors that specialized in lymphedema. I had axillary web syndrome - the arm doesn't swell - just the lymph vessels. They popped up in the front side of the elbow like guitar strings. It hurt like the dickens and I could not straighten my arm. They got me straightened out fast - lucky me!

Have you talked to your medical team about the feeling of your circulation being cut off?

Perhaps your insurance covers a massage therapist who is experienced in lymph drainage? This is a very light, extremely slow technique. The therapist can help direct the lymph fluid to other areas where the lymph system can process it.

I'm so sorry you are stuck being a one-armed bandit. Ah, the joys of cancer treatment - I hope you get relief quickly.