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Lymphangioma

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A structure consisting of a collection of blood vessels and lymph vessels that are overgrown and clumped together.

Depending on their nature, these structures may grow slowly or quickly.

They can cause problems because of their location.

For example, a lymphangioma around the voicebox (larynx) might cause a breathing problem.

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