The 20 Best Hennekam Syndrome Doctors Near Me in canton, NY

Hennekam syndrome is an inherited disorder that is characterized by abnormalities of the lymphatic system, which is part of both the circulatory system and the immune system. The lymphatic system is a network of vessels that transport white blood cells (lymphocytes), nutrients, and proteins in a fluid called lymph. In people with Hennekam syndrome, the lymphatic vessels are often dilated (lymphangiectasia), which can slow down the flow of lymph and cause the vessels to leak. As a result, people with this condition experience puffiness or swelling that is caused by a buildup of fluid within certain tissues (lymphedema). The affected vessels may also break open (rupture).