Lymphoedema and lipoedema

Lipoedema

In case of lipoedema, the fatty tissue cells in the subcutaneous tissue (also referred to as adipocytes) multiply pathologically.

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Lymphoedema

A lymphoedema is a chronic swelling which is incurred when the lymphatic fluid which is normally transported away by the lymphatic system accumulates in the tissue.

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