Lymphedema
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Lymphedema is a noun meaning (medicine) The swelling of tissue due to retention of fluid in the lymph vessels.
Meaning
(medicine) The swelling of tissue due to retention of fluid in the lymph vessels.
Word Forms
- lymphedemas
- lymphoedema
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include mastectomy, lymphedoema, lymphoedema, lymphodema, lymphatism, lymphoaccumulation.
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