Lymphoedema

Sometimes there is a build-up or swelling in the fatty tissues just under your skin caused by trapped lymph fluid. This occurs when the normal flow of lymphatic fluid in the body is disrupted. Abnormal lymph fluid accumulation is called lymphoedema and it can appear in different places in your body, including the legs, genital area, arms, neck, or abdomen, depending which lymph vessels/nodes are damaged.