Congenital lymphedema complicated by pain and psychological distress: case report

Am J Ther. 2014 Mar-Apr;21(2):e50-2. doi: 10.1097/MJT.0b013e3182383c8b.

Abstract

Patients with congenital lymphedema who experience pain report more functional interference and psychiatric disturbances than those without pain. These patients also have body image disturbance. We hereby report a case illustrating how pain relief can help in rehabilitative aspect and improve the quality of life and also help to overcome psychiatric manifestation. Pain related to lymphedema is often a neglected aspect of this overlooked problem.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Child
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Lymphedema / congenital
  • Lymphedema / psychology*
  • Pain / etiology*
  • Pain / psychology
  • Quality of Life*
  • Stress, Psychological / etiology
  • Stress, Psychological / psychology