Lymphoedema praecox I89.0
Definition
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Sporadic primary lymphedema of the lower extremity manifesting before the age of 35.
Etiopathogenesis
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Unknown.
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Manifestation
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Mostly occurring in women, mostly during puberty.
Localization
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Foot, leg.
Clinic
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Beginning unilaterally with doughy, edematous, initially reversible, premenstrual swelling, dent formation under pressure, fatigue pain. In case of prolonged persistence, formation of hard swellings with a verrucous surface.
Therapy
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According to the lymphedema.
Progression/forecast
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Chronic progressive course. Rarely spontaneous regression. Deterioration due to recurrent erysipelas (erysipelas recidivans).
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