Is all leg swelling equal?

Leg swelling…. it can be intermittent, persistent, one leg, both legs, painful… and more.

Lauren CaplanOctober 6, 2023leg swelling, edema, lymphedema, venous insufficiencyComment

EDEMA... from evaluation, to diagnosis, and management.

At Associates in Vascular Care, we understand that living with edema can be frustrating, uncomfortable, and lifestyle limiting. Our team of Vascular Specialists are here to help you every step of the way from evaluation, to diagnosis, and management.

Lauren CaplanAugust 14, 2023Associates in Vascular Carelymphedema, edema, swelling, leg swellingComment

MANAGING LYMPHEDEMA

WHAT IS LYMPHEDEMA?

Lymphedema is the abnormal collection of fluid in the tissues due to disruption of the flow of the lymphatic system, typically occurring in extremities, causing swelling, sometimes weeping and ulcerations. The lymphatic system is a network of vessels similar to veins and capillaries that are connected to lymph nodes that help remove toxins and waste products from the body. When there is a disruption or blockage in the lymph nodes, the fluid running though those vessels leaks into the surrounding tissues causing swelling. Lymphedema that continues uncontrolled can be very lifestyle limiting and lead to complications such as wounds or cellulitis (infection of the skin).

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