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2. Lymphedema - Wikipedia

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   Hereditary lymphedema is a primary lymphedema – swelling that results from abnormalities in the lymphatic system that are present from birth. Swelling may be present in a single limb, several limbs, genitalia, or the face. It is sometimes diagnosed prenatally by a nuchal scan or postnatally by lymphoscintigraphy. [medical citation needed]

3. Woman, 36, uses viral videos to share what people get wrong ...

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   Born with swollen limbs, Nicole Faccio, 36, shares viral videos of what lymphedema symptoms and treatment really look like on ... 24/7 Help. For premium support please call: 800-290-4726 more ways ...

4. Milroy's disease - Wikipedia

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   Milroy's disease is also known as primary or hereditary lymphedema type 1A or early onset lymphedema. It is a very rare disease with only about 200 cases reported in the medical literature. Milroy's disease is an autosomal dominant condition caused by a mutation in the FLT4 gene which encodes the vascular endothelial growth factor receptor 3 ...

5. 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 ...

6. Kathy Bates on overcoming the lowest point of her life and ...

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   Treatment for lymphedema includes compressing fluid out of her arms and wearing a custom-fitted compression sleeve to avoid aggravating the swelling while doing normal tasks or ingesting things ...

7. Primary lymphedema - Wikipedia

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   This type of lymphedema usually develops as a result of a developmental abnormality being precipitated by some insult such as trauma, illness, or physical immobility. Compared to secondary lymphedema, primary lymphedema is more likely to involve the face, conjunctiva, and genitalia in association with any limbs involved. [2] It can be familial. [3]