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2. Compression stockings - Wikipedia

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   Lymphedema – Stockings used to manage edema resulting from the onset of lymphedema. Support – Mild compression stockings sold over-the-counter and without a physician's prescription. These stockings are commonly referred to as TED hose, short for thromboembolism-deterrent hose. They are used to support the venous and lymphatic drainage of ...

3. Lymphedema - Wikipedia

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   Lymphedema can be present at birth, develop at the onset of puberty (praecox), or not become apparent for many years into adulthood (tarda). In men, lower-limb primary lymphedema is most common, occurring in one or both legs. Some cases of lymphedema may be associated with other vascular abnormalities. [4] [citation needed]

4. Bilateral lower extremity inflammatory lymphedema - Wikipedia

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   The pathophysiology is not yet well understood. Leukocytoclastic vasculitis is proposed to be the underlying cause resulting in reactive lymphedema. [2] Prolonged standing with full knee extension and minimal movement for a prolonged period of time is postulated to induce a temporary failure in pumping the venous and lymphatic systems in the calf region leading to acute gravity-dependent ...

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   Leg Support Pillow. ... varicose veins and restless leg syndrome. Not only does this product have over 13,000 five-star reviews on Amazon (with an overall 4.4 star rating), but it comes highly ...

6. Can Men Get Lymphedema After Cancer Treatment? - AOL

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   Awareness of lymphedema -- excessive, debilitating swelling related to lymph node blockage -- is growing, particularly as it affects women after breast cancer treatment. Treatments like surgery ...

7. Podoconiosis - Wikipedia

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   Podoconiosis causes bilateral yet asymmetrical leg swelling with overlying firm nodules. Early on, symptoms may include itching, tingling, widening of the forefoot, and swelling which then progress to soft edema, skin fibrosis, papillomatosis, and nodule formation resembling moss, giving rise to the disease's alternate name of "mossy foot" in some regions of the world. [3]