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The lymphatic system is part of the body's immune system, which protects against infection and disease. The lymphatic system includes the spleen, thymus, lymph nodes and lymph channels, as well as the tonsils and adenoids.




 


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The lymphatic system is part of the body's immune system, which protects against infection and disease. The lymphatic system includes the spleen, thymus, lymph nodes and lymph channels, as well as the tonsils and adenoids.



 




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The lymphatic system is part of the body's immune system, which protects against infection and disease. The lymphatic system includes the spleen, thymus, lymph nodes and lymph channels, as well as the tonsils and adenoids.


 



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The lymphatic system is part of the body's immune system, which protects against infection and disease. The lymphatic system includes the spleen, thymus, lymph nodes and lymph channels, as well as the tonsils and adenoids.

 

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The lymphatic system is part of the body's immune system, which protects against infection and disease. The lymphatic system includes the spleen, thymus, lymph nodes and lymph channels, as well as the tonsils and adenoids.
 Parts of the immune system The lymphatic system is part of the body's immune system, which protects against infection and disease. The lymphatic system includes the spleen, thymus, lymph nodes and lymph channels, as well as the tonsils and adenoids. The lymphatic system is part of the body's immune system, which protects against infection and disease. The lymphatic system includes the spleen, thymus, lymph nodes and lymph channels, as well as the tonsils and adenoids. 




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Leg lymphedema
Lymphedema is swelling in an arm or a leg. In rare circumstances, it affects both arms or both legs. It can also affect the chest wall and abdomen.





 


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Leg lymphedema
Lymphedema is swelling in an arm or a leg. In rare circumstances, it affects both arms or both legs. It can also affect the chest wall and abdomen.




 




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Leg lymphedema
Lymphedema is swelling in an arm or a leg. In rare circumstances, it affects both arms or both legs. It can also affect the chest wall and abdomen.



 



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Leg lymphedema
Lymphedema is swelling in an arm or a leg. In rare circumstances, it affects both arms or both legs. It can also affect the chest wall and abdomen.


 

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Lymphedema is swelling in an arm or a leg. In rare circumstances, it affects both arms or both legs. It can also affect the chest wall and abdomen.

 Leg lymphedema Lymphedema is swelling in an arm or a leg. In rare circumstances, it affects both arms or both legs. It can also affect the chest wall and abdomen.
 Lymphedema is swelling in an arm or a leg. In rare circumstances, it affects both arms or both legs. It can also affect the chest wall and abdomen. Lymphedema signs and symptoms include: 
Swelling of part or all of the arm or leg, including fingers or toes
A feeling of heaviness or tightness
Restricted range of motion
Recurring infections
Hardening and thickening of the skin (fibrosis)
 Signs and symptoms can range from mild to severe. Lymphedema caused by cancer treatment may not occur until months or years after treatment.