Edema
Edema, also spelled oedema, and also known as fluid retention, dropsy, hydropsy and swelling, is the build-up of fluid in the body's tissue. Most commonly, the legs or arms... Wikipedia
- Specialty: Cardiology, nephrology
- Symptoms: Skin which feels tight, area may feel heavy
- Usual onset: Sudden or gradual
- Causes: Venous insufficiency, heart failure, kidney problems, low protein levels, liver problems, deep vein thrombosis, lymphedema
- Diagnostic method: Based on a physical exam
- Treatment: Based on cause
- Data source: DuckDuckGo