An Accumulation of Lymph in a Region Where Lymphatic Drainage

Question

An accumulation of lymph in a region where lymphatic drainage has been blocked is called
A) lymphopenia.
B) lymphadenopathy.
C) lymphoma.
D) lymphedema.
E) lymphosis.

Accepted Answer

The accumulation of lymph in a region where lymphatic drainage has been blocked is known as lymphedema. Lymphedema can be caused by various reasons, such as surgery, radiation therapy, infection, tumors, or congenital abnormalities.