Health Issues Related to the Human Lymphatic System

Our feet become swollen if we sit down too long.

The effect of accumulation of tissue fluid in intercellular space

Oedema

Tissue fluid that is not returned to the blood circulatory system will accumulate and result in the swelling of the body tissues.

Oedema due to deficiency in plasma protein

Deficiency of albumin in the blood.

Oedema due to pregnancy

The body will produce more tissue fluids to meet the needs of the growing fetus.

Oedema in prolonged bedridden patient

Paralysed or stroke patients with limited mobility can suffer from oedema in the legs.

Oedema due to parasitic infection

Parasitic worms transmitted through mosquito bites can infect lymphatic vessels and block the flow of lymph fluid.

Condition of oedema

Swelling or accumulation of fluid

Oedema complication

Unable or difficult to move, changes in the skin in the swollen area and easy to get fungal infections

Prevention of oedema

Place a pillow under the feet when lying down, this will reduce the swelling of the feet due to fluid accumulation

Parts are likely to be swollen due to oedema

Can affect any part of body, it may be notice more in your hands, arms, feet, ankles and legs