MRCP UK EXAMINATIONS

ABDOMINAL

GENERALISED LYMPHADENOPATHY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
A condition of localized fluid retention and tissue swelling in the lymphatic vessels is known as ____
A
lymphadenitis
B
lymphadenopathy
C
lymphangioma
D
lymphedema
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -A condition in which extra lymph fluid builds up in tissues and causes swelling. It may occur in an arm or leg if lymph vessels are blocked, damaged, or removed by surgery.

Detailed explanation-2: -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-3: -There are 2 types of lymphoedema – primary and secondary lymphoedema – which have different causes.

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