Question

precautions to prevent the accumulation of lymph

Answer 1

Avoid heat on your arm or leg. ...

Elevate your arm or leg. ...

Avoid tight clothing. ...

Keep your arm or leg clean.

Answer 2

Accumulation of lymph is termed as Lymphedema . It is generally associated with the swelling of arms and legs and sometimes both.

Symptoms: feeling of heaviness or tightness and swelling.

Prevention: Protect your arm or injury which is already affected.

• Avoid strenous exercises if you have came across surgery

• Don't apply any kind of heat or cold treatment

• Elevate your arms and legs to the level of heart when it is possible

• Avoid tight clothing as it cuffs the blood pressure

• Keep your hands and your legs clean