Lymphedema
Localized fluid retention and tissue swelling caused by a compromised lymphatic system.
Also called: Lymphatic obstruction, Lymphoedema, Onset of lymphedema around puberty, Swelling caused by excess lymph fluid under skin.
Conditions associated with lymphedema
The following conditions have been associated with lymphedema in medical literature. This is informational and not a diagnosis.
Alpha-N-acetylgalactosaminidase deficiency
Alpha-N-acetylgalactosaminidase deficiency is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms...
Alpha-N-acetylgalactosaminidase deficiency type 1
Alpha-N-acetylgalactosaminidase deficiency type 1 is a medical condition that may be associated with various s...
Cholestasis-lymphedema syndrome
Cholestasis-lymphedema syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Fabry disease
Fabry disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Fabry disease
Fabry disease (FD) is a progressive, inherited, multisystemic lysosomal storage disease characterized by speci...
GATA2 deficiency spectrum
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Kaposi sarcoma
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Lymphangioleiomyomatosis
Lymphangioleiomyomatosis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Lymphatic filariasis
Lymphatic filariasis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Microcephaly-lymphedema-chorioretinopathy syndrome
Microcephaly-lymphedema-chorioretinopathy syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various ...
Monosomy X syndrome
Monosomy X syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Mosaic monosomy X syndrome
Mosaic monosomy X syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Noonan syndrome 13
Noonan syndrome 13 is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Ogden syndrome
Ogden syndrome is a rare, genetic progeroid syndrome characterized by a variable phenotype including postnatal...
PMM2-CDG
PMM2-CDG is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Phelan-McDermid syndrome
A rare genetic neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by neonatal hypotonia, global developmental delay, no...
Phelan-McDermid syndrome
Phelan-McDermid syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Secondary intestinal lymphangiectasia
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Stolerman neurodevelopmental syndrome
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Turner syndrome
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Turner syndrome due to structural X chromosome anomalies
Turner syndrome due to structural X chromosome anomalies is a medical condition that may be associated with va...
chromosome 2p16.3 deletion syndrome
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Tests providers may use to investigate lymphedema
When investigating lymphedema, a healthcare provider may order one or more of the following laboratory tests. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Urinalysis
Examines urine content to help detect urinary tract infections, kidney disease, and diabetes....
Symptoms commonly seen alongside lymphedema
Depression
Frequently experiencing feelings of being down, miserable, and/or hopeless; struggling to recover from these m...
Dysphagia
Difficulty in swallowing....
Fatigue
A subjective feeling of tiredness characterized by a lack of energy and motivation....
Fever
Body temperature elevated above the normal range....
Muscle weakness
Reduced strength of muscles....
Seizure
A seizure is an intermittent abnormality of nervous system physiology characterized by a transient occurrence ...
When to seek care
Seek care from a qualified healthcare provider if lymphedema is severe, persistent, worsening, or accompanied by concerning symptoms. If you think you have a medical emergency, call your local emergency number immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the symptom lymphedema mean?
Lymphedema is a health sign or symptom described in medical literature. Localized fluid retention and tissue swelling caused by a compromised lymphatic system.
Which conditions are associated with lymphedema?
Lymphedema has been reported in association with 22 conditions in the medical literature we index, including Alpha-N-acetylgalactosaminidase deficiency, Alpha-N-acetylgalactosaminidase deficiency type 1, Cholestasis-lymphedema syndrome, Fabry disease, Fabry disease. These associations do not mean you have any of these conditions.
Should I see a doctor about lymphedema?
You should discuss any persistent or concerning symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider. This website does not provide diagnosis. If you have severe symptoms or signs of a medical emergency, seek care immediately.