Factitial lymphedema
Factitial lymphedema | |
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Other names | Hysterical edema |
Specialty | Dermatology |
Factitial lymphedema (also known as "Hysterical edema") is a skin condition produced by wrapping an elastic bandage, cord, or shirt around an extremity, and/or holding the extremity in a dependent and immobile state.[1]: 850
See also
- Lymphedema
- Skin lesion
References
- ISBN 978-0-7216-2921-6.
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