Question 1

which parasite causes lymphedema?

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Wuchereria Bancrofti: Wuchereria bancrofti is the parasite which causes filariasis, which is the most common cause of lymphedema worldwide. The disease originates in mosquitoes which transfer the parasites to humans, leading to blockage of the lymphatic system. It is commonly found in the tropics and sub-tropics of africa, asia, the western pacific, and parts of central and south america.

Question 2

what can cause lymphedema? is it due to the lose of lymph nodes?

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Lymphedema cause: Lymphedema can be caused by interruption of lymphatic channels, traumatically or surgically, by obstruction or parasitic infection, or by developmental abnormalities. Removal of lymph nodes can interrupt lymphatic vessels.

Question 3

help docs! i'm trying to find out what causes lymphedema and is it due to the lose of lymphnodes?

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Lymphatic blockage: I suspect you have had axillary lymph node dissection. Removal of the lymph nodes in the axilla (armpit) can sometimes result in blockage of the lymph channels and swelling of the upper extremity called lymphedema. Any other condition  that can cause blockage of the lymph fluid may cause lymphedema such as radiation treatment or tumors of the lymph nodes, etc... There are treatments available.

Question 4

what causes lymphedema and is it reversible?

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Sometimes: Lymphedema is cause by poor circulation of lymph which is the protein filled fluid that circulates and bathes cells. Usually it is caused from injury by cancer, surgery, or infection. It can  be caused by obesity or pregnancy with the weight of the belly impairing circulation. In these last two cases if or when the weight is removed, the lymphedema may resolve.

Question 5

what is lymphedema? what are the potential causes?

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Many cxauses: lymphedema is either a blockage in the lymphatic by parasites which common in Africa and very rare in the USA and called elephant leg
or situation in the veins that will create enough edema that will create high pressure to block the lymphatic return as well as the venous return and cause severe edema that will not go away by elevation and requred a specific higher pressure by stocking or machine.

Question 6

can you please define lymphedema and what are the potential causes?

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Circulation System: Lymphedema occurs when there is a compromise of the lymphatic circulation.  This  third circulation (arteries, veins) carries things too thick to be safely carried in arteries and veins like bacteria eaten by white cells and digested food.  It is propelled along by normal body movements but contains a thick material called lymph.  Blockage causes it to back up causing  soft tissues/skin deformity.

Question 7

does mrsa cause lymphedema?

Accepted Answer

No: Lymphedema is the result of damage to lymphatic channels. Mrsa can cause cellulitis, which is an infection of the skin. The swelling associated with cellulitis is different than lymphedema.

Question 8

does lymphedema cause stretch marks?

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Yes: Lymphedema causes swelling.  If the swelling is severe or occurs suddenly, it can cause stretch marks.

Question 9

could shooting heroin in the arm cause arm lymphedema?

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Yes: Injecting any drugs into arm veins can cause scarring of the veins, which increase your risk of swelling.  This is not true lymphedema, which is caused by damage to lymph vessels, but the symptoms of swelling can be the same.

Question 10

what causes lymphedema?

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LymphaticObstruction: The most common cause of lymphedema is removal of lymph nodes (lns) as part of breast cancer surgery.  When combined with radiation therapy, lymphedema may develop in as many as 25% of  patients.  Over the past decade, a less invasive technique for ln evaluation, called sentinel ln biopsy, has reduced this rate down to less than 5%.

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