Lymphedema

Lymphedema is an edema of a leg due to lymphatic hypoplasia (primary) or due to relocation or interruption (secondary) lymphatic vessels (overview of the lymphatic system) .. Symptoms are brown, fibrous edema in one or more extremities. The diagnosis is made because of the physical examination. The treatment consists of physical training, clothing for increasing the pressure gradient, massage and sometimes surgery. A cure is unusual, but the treatment can…