📋Overview
This condition occurs when the lymphatic system is unable to adequately drain fluid, often resulting from congenital abnormalities or damage to the lymphatic vessels. It is categorized into primary and secondary forms based on whether the underlying cause is hereditary or acquired through external factors such as surgery or infection.
The term serves as a modern clinical designation for various types of lymphatic swelling and reflects an impairment in the normal transport of protein-rich fluid. While it most frequently affects the limbs, the swelling can manifest in other areas of the body depending on the location of the lymphatic disruption.
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