Definition of Lymphedema. Meaning of Lymphedema. Synonyms of Lymphedema

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Definition of Lymphedema

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- Lymphedema, also known as lymphoedema and lymphatic edema, is a condition of localized swelling caused by a compromised lymphatic system. The lymphatic...
- similarly include lipohypertrophy, chronic venous insufficiency, and lymphedema. It is commonly misdiagnosed. The condition is resistant to weight loss...
- of onset: congenital lymphedema, lymphedema praecox, and lymphedema tarda. Congenital lymphedema presents at birth. Lymphedema praecox presents from...
- thrombosis, infections, kwashiorkor, angioedema, certain medications, and lymphedema. It may also occur in immobile patients (stroke, spinal cord injury, aging)...
- Milroy's disease (MD) is a familial disease characterized by lymphedema, commonly in the legs, caused by congenital abnormalities in the lymphatic system...
- Lymphedema–distichiasis syndrome is a medical condition ****ociated with the FOXC2 gene.: 849  People with this hereditary condition have a double row of...
- "primary lymphedema ****ociated with yellow nails and pleural effusion",: 849  is a very rare medical syndrome that includes pleural effusions, lymphedema (due...
- Meige disease, or Meige lymphedema is a genetic disorder in which lymphedema later develops. Meige disease is a primary lymphedema that is not caused by...
- Lymphedema praecox is a condition characterized by swelling of the soft tissues in which an excessive amount of lymph has ac****ulated, and generally develops...
- is not known, though several risk factors are known, such as chronic lymphedema, radiation therapy and various chemicals such as ****nic and vinyl chloride...