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What is edema?
Edema is swelling of the legs, ankles, and feet. Click here for more information and to see an image of edema.
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How can you tell if a patient has edema?
You
can see edema when conducting a physical exam.
The affected area will be swollen and may
appear shiny. When you apply gentle pressure
to the area (e.g., push on it with your finger)
for several seconds, a dimple will appear
on the skin.
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Possible causes/diagnosis:
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