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Lymphedema

Lymphedema

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A condition characterized by a collection of fluid that causes swelling (edema) in the arms and legs.

Dr. Geoffrey Rutledge reviewed this

39 year experience in Internal Medicine

Is a type of:

Lymphatic diseases

How long it usually lasts:

Chronic (lasts years to lifelong)

How common it is:

Common
Baby
0-2
Preteen
6-13
Common
Teenager
14-18
Common
Young adult
19-40
Common
Middle-aged adult
41-60
Very common

Symptoms

Pain
Hand swelling
Arm swelling
Skin redness or irritation
Leg weakness
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Tests

Blood smear
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Can there be a permanent solution to lymphedema?

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I have Lymphedema. How should I approach daily managing around the subject? What should I do on a daily basis? Thank you?

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