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Edema, also known as oedema, is the medical term for swelling caused by excess fluid trapped in the body's tissues. It is a common symptom that can affect various parts of the body, most frequently the legs, ankles, and feet, but it can also occur in the hands, face, abdomen, or lungs. The swelling happens when small blood vessels in the body leak fluid, which then accumulates in the surrounding tissues.
Several factors can lead to edema. These include standing or sitting for too long, particularly in hot
More serious underlying medical conditions can also cause edema. These include heart failure, where the heart's
Treatment for edema depends on the underlying cause. For mild cases, simple measures like elevating the affected