Feet in podoconiosis. Close-up of the swollen feet of a person with podoconiosis - a disease of the lymph vessels that is caused by chronic exposure to irritant soils. The condition is characterised by lymphoedema - a collection of fluid in the lymph vessels caused by a compromised lymphatic system,which leads to tissue swelling | |
Lizenzart: | Lizenzpflichtig |
Credit: | Science Photo Library / Fasil Ayele, National Institutes of Health |
Bildgröße: | 2217 px × 3945 px |
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