Definition of "lymphoedema" [lymphoedema]

• Alternative spelling of lymphedema. (noun)

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• "When affected by lymphoedema, they are considered undesirable and when their lower limbs and genital parts are enlarged they are severely stigmatized; marriage, in many situations an essential source of security, is often impossible."
• "Acute episodes of local inflammation involving skin, lymph nodes and lymphatic vessels often accompany the chronic lymphoedema or elephantiasis."
• "'Elevate' Lower Limb can be used therapeutically for a range of conditions such as lower limb trauma, for example knee ligament injuries or ankle fractures, lower limb surgery including total knee replacement, lymphoedema, deep vein thrombosis, chronic venous insufficiency and peripheral oedema secondary to heart failure."