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Old 06-08-2014, 12:36 AM   #1
Joanne S
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Re: Swelling?

Nancy, Sorry to hear you have a pinched nerve. That pain can be awful. Hope you're getting some relief from your back pain and swelling. I used to see Dr. Riutta for arm, chest and back pain and I highly recommend him. Don't recall where you are in Michigan, but just in case you're interested, here's a link about his specialities.
http://lmtrehab.com/physicians/doctors_Riutta.html
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Old 06-08-2014, 07:05 PM   #2
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Re: Swelling?

I have lymphedema in my right arm. I didn't have an infection, cut, etc either, just the swelling initially. I think it - lymphedema - can start without any obvious triggers if you've had a sentinel node biopsy and even one lymph node removed. I hope your MRI is negative for LE. :-) Lynne
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