What are the clinical manifestations of lower limb lymphedema? Lymphedema is a disease of the lymphatic system and is divided into two types: primary lymphedema and secondary lymphedema. The common people also refer to it as elephant leg. Severe lymphedema can seriously affect the life of patients, so timely treatment should be given. Currently, the best method for treating lower limb lymphedema is the comprehensive treatment combining traditional Chinese and Western medicine with an air wave pressure therapy instrument. Below, we will introduce the clinical manifestations of lower limb lymphedema:
The main clinical manifestations of lower limb lymphedema are swelling in one limb, starting from the ankle and then extending to the entire lower limb. In the early stage, the skin is still normal, while in the late stage, the skin becomes thickened, dry, rough, with pigmentation, and warts or thorn-like objects may appear. The degree of lymphedema can be divided into:
1. Mild: The limb edema is pitting, which can reduce or disappear after elevating the limb, and there is no fibrosis damage to the skin.
2. Moderate: The edema is no longer pitted when pressed, and the swelling does not significantly subside after elevating the limb. There is moderate skin fibrosis.
3. Severe: Elephantiasis-like skin changes occur.
What are the clinical manifestations of lower limb lymphedema? The above is a detailed introduction by experts on the clinical manifestations of lower limb lymphedema, hoping that it can help you. If you have more questions, you can consult online with the experts from Shanxi Yikang Peripheral Vascular Hospital. Finally, I wish you good health.
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