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2. Lymphedema - Wikipedia

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   The lymphatic system functions as a critical portion of the body's immune system and returns interstitial fluid to the bloodstream. Lymphedema is most frequently a complication of cancer treatment or parasitic infections, but it can also be seen in a number of genetic disorders. Tissues with lymphedema are at high risk of infection because the ...

3. Lymphatic disease - Wikipedia

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   Lymphangitis is an inflammation of the lymph vessels. Symptoms usually include swelling, redness, warmth, pain or red streaking around the affected area. [citation needed] Lymphedema. Lymphedema is the chronic pooling of lymph fluid in the tissue. Lymphedema can start anywhere in the lymphatic system of the body.

4. Lymphatic filariasis - Wikipedia

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   Lymphatic filariasis is a human disease caused by parasitic worms known as filarial worms. [2] [3] Usually acquired in childhood, it is a leading cause of permanent disability worldwide, impacting over a hundred million people and manifesting itself in a variety of severe clinical pathologies [6] [7] While most cases have no symptoms, some people develop a syndrome called elephantiasis, which ...

5. Caseous lymphadenitis - Wikipedia

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   The infection can spread through the blood or lymphatic system, causing abscesses to form in other lymph nodes or internal organs throughout the body. Most commonly affected organs are the liver, lungs, kidneys and lymph nodes associated these organs. Abscesses grow gradually over time, and if they are located close to the skin, rupture is common.

6. Stasis papillomatosis - Wikipedia

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   Stasis papillomatosis is a disease characterized by chronic congestion of the extremities, with blood circulation interrupted in a specific area of the body. [1] A consequence of this congestion and inflammation is long-term lymphatic obstruction . [2] It is also typically characterized by the appearance of numerous papules. [3]

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8. Sleep apnea impacts brain in ways that may affect cognitive ...

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   Past studies show that sleep apnea can increase a person’s risk for several conditions, including obesity, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, and neurological diseases including Alzheimer’s ...

9. 9 Mpox Myths to Stop Believing - AOL

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   According to the CDC, "the type of treatment for a person with mpox will depend on how sick the mpox is making you or whether you’re likely to get severely ill." You may require medicine that ...