Lymphedema Self-Test Questions and Answers
Causes of secondary lymphedema - ANS ️️ 1. radiation *most common 2. surgery * most common (oncologic, coronary bypass, ortho procedures, liposuction, lipectomy, etc) 3. trauma 4. filariasis 5. cancer (malignant lymohedema) 6. infection 7. self induced (artificial or ficticious) 8. CVI 9. iatrogenic (physician induced) 10. obesity (dependency) Treatments that exist for lymphedema (historical and gold standard) - ANS ️️ Gold standard is CDT. 2 phase therapy (Intensive and Maintenance). 1) MLD 2) compression bandages and garments 3) remedial exercises 4) skin and nail care 5) self care education Historical are:
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