Features. A parcel number may contain all or part of the real estate's tax account number with the local property taxing authorities. The numbers represent the physical location of the property, such as town, county and street, on the maps the assessor uses for property tax purposes.
1 Cancer. 2  If cancer cells block lymphatic vessels, lymphedema may result. 3  For instance, a tumor growing near a lymph node or lymph vessel could enlarge enough to block the flow of the lymph fluid. 4  Infection. 5  An infection of the lymph nodes or parasites can restrict the flow of lymph fluid.
Edema which is a collection of fluid in the tissues may be caused by a blockage in the lymphatic channels or by their surgical removal. An example of the latter is the swelling of the arm which sometimes occurs after removal of the breast and auxiliary lymph nodes in cases of breast cancer.dema which is a collection of fluid in the tissues may be caused by a blockage in the lymphatic channels or by their surgical removal. An example of the latter is the swelling of the arm which sometimes occurs after removal of the breast and auxiliary lymph nodes in cases of breast cancer.