Accumulation of lymphatic fluid in the interstitial tissue causing swelling
Lymphedema can develop when lymphatic vessels are missing or impaired (primary) or when lymph vessels are d...
First symptom: painless swelling
Feeling of heaviness in the limb, especially at the end of the day and in ...
Seek optimal weight; early treatment of cellulitis; avoid trauma to affected area (direct injury, venipunctures, inept nail care, extreme heat/cold).
Achieve mechanical reduct...
Daily visit to thera...
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Yen TW, Laud PW, Sparapani RA, et al. An algorithm to identify...
I89.0 Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified
Q82.0 Hereditary lymphedema
I97.89 Oth postproc comp and disorders of the circ sys, NEC
I97.2 Postmastectomy lymphedema syndrome
457.1 Other lymph...
Affected skin has a heavy feeling, with painless swelling initially, later nonpitting swelling
No medications, including diuretics, are useful.
Rule out DVT if unilateral limb or CHF if ...
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