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What is Lymphoedema ?
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The condition is caused by a blockage in the lymphatic system, part of the immune and circulatory systems. Lymphedema is most commonly caused by lymph node removal or damage due to cancer treatment. The main symptom is swelling in an arm or leg that may be accompanied by pain or discomfort. Exercise, wrapping, massage, and compression can help.
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This video explains what lymphoedema is. The description describes it as caused by a blockage in the lymphatic system, most commonly from lymph node removal or damage due to cancer treatment, with swelling in an arm or leg as the main symptom, and mentions exercise, wrapping, massage and compression.
Key points
- Lymphoedema is caused by a blockage in the lymphatic system
- It is most commonly caused by lymph node removal or damage due to cancer treatment
- The main symptom is swelling in an arm or leg
- Exercise, wrapping, massage and compression are mentioned as helping
Video Overview
This video presents “What is Lymphoedema ?” — The condition is caused by a blockage in the lymphatic system, part of the immune and circulatory systems. Lymphedema is most commonly caused by lymph node removal or damage due to cancer treatment. The main symptom is swelling in an arm. Whether you are preparing for a procedure, studying the technique, or learning how a condition is assessed, the recording shows the process as it is performed in practice.
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