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Description
Lymphedema refers to swelling which generally occur in one arm or leg. Although lymphedema likely to affect only one arm or leg, sometimes both hands or both feet may also be swollen.
Lymphedema is caused by blockage in the lymphatic system, which is an important part of the immune and circulatory system. The blockage was preventing mengeringnya clear liquid, and formed clear liquid constantly until puffy.
Lymphedema is most often caused by damage to the lymph as part of cancer treatment. There is no cure for lymphedema, but this condition can be controlled. Control the action involves caring for lymphedema diligent affected limbs.
The Cause Of
The lymphatic system is vital to keeping the body healthy. This system circulating protein-rich fluid lymph throughout the body, collecting bacteria, viruses and waste products. The lymphatic system carry this fluid and harmful substances through the lymph vessels. The waste is then filtered by the lymphocytes, the cells that fight infection living in the lymph glands.
Lymphedema occurs when the lymph vessels cannot be reasonably dry lymph fluid, usually in the arm or leg. Lymphedema can be either primary or secondary. This means it can happen on its own (primary lymphedema) or can be caused by illness or other conditions (secondary lymphedema).
Symptoms
Lymphedema symptoms include:
1. Swelling of an arm or leg or the entire arm or leg, including the fingers.
2. Feeling heavy or tightness in the arm or leg
3. limitations of range of motion in the arms or legs
4. pain or discomfort in the arms or legs
5. the recurring Infection in the affected limbs
6. Hardening and thickening of skin on the arms or legs
Treatment
There is no cure for lymphedema. Treatment focuses on the reduction of swelling and pain control. Lymphedema treatments include:
1. Exercise
Mild exercise that requires to move the affected arm or leg lymphedema can propel the movement of lymph fluids out of the body. This exercise doesn't have to be heavy or make tired.
2. Sanitary arm or leg
Bandage wrapped around the entire body lymph fluid pushes the pouring out of the affected limbs and torso against.
3. Massage
A special massage technique called manual lymph drainage may encourage the flow of lymph fluid out of the arm or leg.
