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Celulitus for 10 years.

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bruce38975
bruce38975

I have had Celulitus that has sent me to hospital 2 times. As a dabetic I have to make sure every cut and scratch are covered . I am now in my 60's and I believe I can give people who suffer from this painful disease some good advice. 

1- I now never wear long trousers.  _Keeping the legs cool is important. -So even in winter I am known as the man who always wears shorts 

2- When your legs get hot -go to the beach -- when it is winter- at least you dont have to fight for a car  park. . 15 minutes at a time is enough  - just make sure your legs or whatever part of your body is infected the cold water works wonders - it is far more effective than ice water on your legs so I am guessing the pressure of the water also helps. When Celulitsi was at its worse I went to the beach 5 time a week for 3 months. Now I only go if my legs are real sore and heated. 

HOPE THIS HELPS   BUT LEGS UN COVERED IS A MUST. 

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  • jen86183
    jen86183 bruce38975

    Posted

    My sister gets celulitus maybe once or twice a year and has antibiotics which I hate her taking all the time, once she was hospitalized. I was wondering as you said going to the beach was effective could it be the salt in the water. Salt is a good healer for the skin therefore, it would make sense you felt better. Do you have any thoughts on this.
  • bruce38975
    bruce38975

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    Keep the legs moist  -i have mused many moisturisers  -none better than any other in my mind. 

    Keeping the legs cool is important-- I dont have heavy blankets on my legs  - keep them uncovered is important. 

    I dont think the salt is as important as the pressure form the water  -Even a running river is good - I wade up to waist deep. 

    And in Summer- keep them as cool as possible - I spend as much time in air conditioned rooms as possible 

    I am 63 years old 

    good luck 

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