Please Define the Following Key Terms

question 38

Short Answer

Please define the following key terms.
-Berlin blockade

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Definitions:

Brawny Edema

Edema that is non-pitting and has become so severe that the skin becomes thick, hard, and brownish, often a sign of long-standing venous insufficiency.

Lymphedema

A condition where swelling occurs in the body's tissues due to a blockage in the lymphatic system.

Mastectomy

A surgical procedure involving the removal of one or both breasts, partially or completely, often performed to treat or prevent breast cancer.

Raynaud Phenomenon

A condition characterized by constriction of the small blood vessels in extremities, leading to color changes, pain, numbness, and sometimes complications in fingers and toes when exposed to cold or stress.