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Medical Conditions - Lymphedema

Lymphedema means the build-up of fluid in soft body tissues when there is a damaged or blocked lymph system. The lymph system is the network of tissues, lymph vessels, and organs that carries lymph all over the body. Lymphedema happens when the lymph is not able to flow through the body.

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How is bladder cancer treated in a 68-year-old woman?

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I have persistent painful swelling in my legs and no treatment helped. Why?

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What are the factors causing foot swelling?

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What are the results of the PET and CT scans on a breast cancer patient with secretory lymphedema?

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After mastectomy, why is there tightness around the arm?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. It is most probably lymphedema. It occurs as your lymph nodes are taken out, which helps in the drainage of lymph.

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