Lymphedema - Symptoms, Causes, and Doctors

About- Lymphedema, also known as lymphoedema and lymphatic edema, lymphatic obstruction is a long-term medical condition where excess fluid collects in tissues causing swelling (edema) in the arm or leg to occur due to a lymphatic system blockage.

Symptoms-

Blister

Frequent infections

Hardening and thickening of the skin (fibrosis)

Limited movement

Pain and discomfort

A sensation of heaviness or tightness

Skin discoloration

Swelling (edema) of the arm or leg, including fingers or toes

Causes-

Cancer in the lymph nodes and lymph vessels

Cellulitis infection

Deep vein thrombosis

Eczema

Late-onset lymphedema (lymphedema tarda)

Meige's disease (lymphedema praecox)

Milroy's disease (congenital lymphedema)

Parasite infections

Radiation treatment for cancer

Removal of or injury to lymph nodes and lymph vessels

Rheumatoid arthritis

Severe skin burns

Varicose veins

Venous leg ulcers

Specialists to visit
Occupational Therapist
Physiotherapist

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References
https://en.wikipedia.org
https://www.mayoclinic.org
https://www.healthline.com
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com
https://www.medicinenet.com
https://www.cancer.org
https://www.webmd.com