Abstract
Lymphedema is a chronic debilitating condition that may lead to significant physical and psychological morbidity. Swelling results in discomfort, reduced mobility and impaired function. Recurrent infections further complicate the management of this challenging condition. Many patients currently receive inadequate care as lymphedema fails to receive appropriate recognition by the medical community. This article aims to provide dermatologists with a greater understanding of the etiology of lymphedema and increased knowledge for managing this condition.
Financial & competing interests disclosure
Professor Mortimer has received research grants from the Medical Research Council, Wellcome Trust and the British Heart Foundation. The authors have no other relevant affiliations or financial involvement with any organization or entity with a financial interest in or financial conflict with the subject matter or materials discussed in the manuscript apart from those disclosed.
No writing assistance was utilized in the production of this manuscript.
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Adapted from Citation[23].
Adapted from Citation[38].