Lymphoedema

Lymphoedema is condition affecting the lymphatic system. 

It is progressive and has four stages.

1. Subclinical - No swelling present but feelings of fullness, heaviness with or without pain. 

2. Stage one - Swelling appears, then resolves or reduces overnight.

3. Stage two - Swelling is present all of the time and tissue becomes firmer. Cuffs and creases develope.

4. Final stage - The texture of skin and it's flexibility change, cuffing become established and skin folds deepen.