Tuesday, April 6, 2010

My left Leg - A walk with Lymphedema


The never ending saga continues. My legs (both this time) are extremely swollen, to a point where I am a little concerned. Once again I am equipped with the knowledge and the materials to combat this, but I lack the will. I have reached yet another roadblock. I have not met my deductible therefore cannot get the new garments that I need. The compression garments are only good for six months.
I have to be careful because this is a mental game. It is ever so important that I stay positive because it is my M.O that when things get hectic or difficult, I tend to withdraw and end up neglecting myself. Why do we do this to ourselves? I'm not going to get into that today...it's just too deep.

So, I expect that I will wrap my leg or legs within the next couple of days. I've got to get over this hump and push myself to do, even when I have no motivation. I am so tired of this, and that's OK. We get tired but it's important not to give up. I'm trying, I swear I'm trying.

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