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How does lymphoedema develop?
Lymphoedema develops due to improper function of the lymphatic system. In this video, Dr. Gwozdz tells us about certain conditions that prevent the lymphatic system from draining excess fluid.
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Lymphedema develops as a result of the lymphatic tissue, lymphatic glands not clearing lymph fluid. Now, it's fairly unusual for it to occur primarily, meaning not after a particular condition, but we see it more commonly in conditions like cancer. So when the lymphatic drainage isn't working, then that lymphatic fluid ends up staying in the arms and the legs, and therefore causes quite significant swelling as a result of it not being able to be cleared.
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