Lymphedema (Lymphatic Obstruction)
Overview
Lymphatic obstruction or Lymphedema is typically a blockage of the lymph vessels that drain fluid from tissues throughout the body and allow immune cells to travel where they are needed. Lymphatic obstruction may cause lymphedema, which means swelling due to a blockage of the lymph passages.
The main symptom of lymphedema is persistent swelling, usually of the arm or leg.
Causes of lymphatic obstruction include:
- Infections with parasites such as filariasis
- Injury
- Radiation therapy
- Skin infections such as cellulitis
- Surgery
- Tumors
Treatment for lymphedema includes:
- Compression (usually with multilayered bandages)
- Manual lymph drainage (MLD)
- Range of motion exercises
Other Conditions & Treatments
- Baldness (Hair Fall)
- Blepharoplasty (Eyelid Lift Surgery)
- Body Functional Issues
- Breast Enlargement / Breast Implants Surgery
- Breast Lift Surgery
- Breast Reduction Surgery
- Eyebrow Lift / Forehead Lift Surgery
- Face Lift Surgery
- Facial Implants Surgery
- Gynecomastia
- Hair Restoration Surgery
- Lip Augmentation
- Mastectomy
- Nose Related Problems
- Obesity and Overweight Surgery
- Thigh Lift Surgery (Thighplasty)
- Tummy Tuck/ Fat Removal Surgery (Abdominoplasty)