So, having myself a quite tough to properly diagnose and took years to do so syndrome, I know first hand how difficult finding proper treatment and raising awareness for certain health issues truly is. So whenever I find a chance to signal boost this kind of stuff, I freaking will. I got this quote from my pal  zidders which hell yeah I'm gonna help raise awareness of this bloody thing!

"I was diagnosed with secondary lymphedema in 2006. I spent almost two years in the hospital because of it and it is why I am on disability. This is a life long condition that impacts my mobility and quality of life. Despite the fact that it affects tens of millions of people it is very difficult to find doctors who understand what it is and how to treat it. It can be manageable but far too few people get proper treatment due to lack of awareness..

Please do me a huge favor and pass this on.

Also-if you know anyone who has lymphedema or want to find out more information about it you can go to this site or join the Lymphedema support and awareness Facebook group. https://www.facebook.com/groups/2224638534/
http://www.lymphnet.org/le-faqs/what-is-lymphedema

"Lymphedema is an abnormal collection of high-protein fluid just beneath the skin. This swelling, or edema, occurs most commonly in the arm or leg, but it also may occur in other parts of the body including the breast or trunk, head and neck, or genitals. Lymphedema usually develops when lymph vessels are damaged or lymph nodes are removed (secondary lymphedema) but can also be present when lymphatic vessels are missing or impaired due to a hereditary condition (primary lymphedema).
Lymphatic fluid is normally transported out of a region of the body by an extensive network of lymph vessels. When the collection of protein-rich fluid persists in a specific area, it can attract more fluid and thus worsen the swelling. In addition to increased fluid in the area, the body experiences an inflammatory reaction resulting in scar tissue called fibrosis in the affected area.
The presence of fibrosis makes it even more difficult for the excess fluid to be eliminated from the area. As a result, the increased fluid and fibrosis prevents the delivery of oxygen and essential nutrients to the area, which in turn can delay wound healing, provide a culture medium for bacteria to grow, and increase the risk of infections in or below the skin called cellulitis or lymphangitis (discussed later under infections).""