Pseudoelephantiasis

Pseudoelephanthiasis is a disease characterized by an increase in the volume of soft tissue, usually as a result of chronic inflammation leading to swelling.

Pseudoelephanthiasis is a type of elephantiasis characterized by a prolonged increase in the soft tissues of the limbs and face, which leads to their thickening and deformation. Pseudoelephantiasis is also called chronic lymphostasis or lymphedema.

Reasons for the development of pseudoelephantiasis:

1. Chronic venous insufficiency;
2. Impaired lymphatic drainage function;
3. Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue;
4. Injuries and surgeries;
5. Metabolic disease;
6. Endocrine disorders;
7. Connective tissue diseases.

Symptoms of pseudoelephanthiasis may include:

– Thickening and deformation of soft tissues;
– Swelling of the limbs and face;
– Pain and discomfort in the affected area;
– Impaired joint mobility;
– Change in skin color (redness, bluishness).

Treatment of pseudoelephantiasis can be conservative or surgical. Conservative treatment includes the use of medications, compression therapy, physical therapy and massage. Surgery may include removal of excess tissue and drainage of lymph.

In general, pseudoelephantiasis is a serious disease that requires timely treatment. If you notice any symptoms of this disease, consult your doctor for diagnosis and treatment.

Pseudo-elephanta - in a person suffering from elephantiasis, it manifests itself excessively and over large areas of the body. There are 3 types of pseudo-elephants: type 1 - hypertrophy of the lips mainly of the left half, with the upper lip forming two folds: one at the base of the nose, the second at the corner of the mouth; Type 2 - enlargement of the nose with subsequent development of rhinitis and a hoarse voice; Type 3 - the formation of peculiar finger-shaped or wedge-shaped outgrowths on the distal phalanges of the fingers in combination with massive exostosis of the wrist joint and periorbital region. According to published data, pseudoelephant is more often observed in women during lactation, menopause, pregnancy, as well as in young people 40–60 years old [5].