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28 lip 2023 · Swelling of the foot, ankle and leg can be bad enough to leave a dimple, also known as a pit, in the skin after pressing on the area. This swelling, called edema, is the result of too much fluid in the tissues. Congestive heart failure or the vein not working well, also known as venous insufficiency, is often the cause.
17 maj 2022 · Edema is the medical term for swelling caused by fluid trapped in your body’s tissues. Edema happens most often in your feet, ankles and legs, but can affect other parts of your body, such as your face, hands and abdomen.
28 lip 2023 · If swelling gets much worse at night, it might help your health care provider to see how bad it gets. For edema, some questions to ask might include: What are the possible causes of my symptoms? What tests do I need? How do I prepare for them? Is my condition long-lasting or temporary? What treatments, if any, do you recommend?
13 lis 2023 · Edema refers to swelling and puffiness in different areas of the body. It most often occurs in the skin, especially in the hands, arms, ankles, legs, and feet. However, it can also affect the...
11 lis 2021 · Edema is the accumulation of fluid into the interstitial space, which occurs when capillary filtration exceeds lymphatic drainage. When the regulatory mechanism is disrupted, fluid accumulates from the intravascular space to the interstitial space.
2 sie 2024 · "Edema" is the medical term for swelling. Body parts swell from injury or inflammation. It can affect a small area or the entire body. Medications, pregnancy, infections, and many other medical...
21 gru 2023 · Edema is swelling that occurs from fluid retention. Read more on what causes it, when to seek emergency medical help, and how to treat it.
