MICROANATOMY

Detailed explanation-1: -Lymphedema is a build-up of lymph fluid in the fatty tissues just under your skin. This build-up might cause swelling and discomfort. It often happens in the arms or legs, but can also happen in the face, neck, trunk, abdomen (belly), or genitals.

Detailed explanation-2: -Lymphedema can affect one or both arm, the head and neck, the belly, the genitals, or the legs. Swelling can worsen and become severe. Skin sores or other problems can develop.

Detailed explanation-3: -Lymphedema is swelling that can develop in your legs after your lymph nodes have been removed or injured. Lymph nodes are small, bean-shaped structures that are located throughout your body. They help move fluid out of the different areas of your body. If this fluid can’t be moved out, the tissue begins to swell.

Detailed explanation-4: -Lymphedema can cause swelling of a toe or toes all the way to extreme swelling of one or both legs. Symptoms also include restricted movement and feeling heavy or tight along the whole leg. There can be leg pain and aching. There can also be fibrosis, or hardening and thickening of the skin.