In Lymphedema Units it is where different specialties, can best attend, treat and maintain the stability of the condition. The medical specialties involved in lymphedema are Vascular Surgery, Angiology, Internal Medicine, Dermatology, Traumatology, Gynecology, Urology, Pediatrics, Oncology, Physical Therapy, Physical Rehabilitation, etc.
Lymphedema is the result of a permanent deficiency in the functioning of the Lymphatic System. The Veno-Lymphatic System as well as the Blood Venous System, belongs to the Circulatory System. Although their structure and functions are different, they are interrelated and need one another. The lymphatic system is also part of the Immune System.
In the case of lymphedema, there can be a double disability, on the one hand there is an organic disability due to a permanent failure in the Lymphatic System, and on the other a possible physical disability, due to the functional deficit produced by the consequent chronic edema. For more information about lymphedema and disability.
In the case of lymphedema, there can be a double disability, on the one hand there is an organic disability due to a permanent failure in the Lymphatic System, and on the other a possible physical disability, due to the functional deficit produced by the consequent chronic edema. For more information about lymphedema and disability.
Patients with lymphedema suffer progressive and chronic edema of inflammatory origin, which may lead to pain, heaviness, fatigue, skin deterioration, recurrent infections, etc., and a significantly reduced quality of life at personal, family, and work levels. The edema can progress to gigantic proportions, causing disfigurement with severe effects.
Lymphedema without good treatment, has more possibilities of developing very serious complications such as Sepsis (Septicemia) due to lymphangitis/Erysipelas (cellulitis), or the rare but deadly complication that is lymphangiosarcoma, which is why it is necessary for an early diagnosis of the disease, and in general, regular medical attention and check-ups, through health-care personnel specialized in the Lymphatic System. For more information about Lymphedema treatments.
Lymphedema without good treatment, has more possibilities of developing very serious complications such as Sepsis (Septicemia) due to lymphangitis/Erysipelas (cellulitis), or the rare but deadly complication that is lymphangiosarcoma, which is why it is necessary for an early diagnosis of the disease, and in general, regular medical attention and check-ups, through health-care personnel specialized in the Lymphatic System. For more information about Lymphedema treatments.
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