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What The Medical Term For "Swell"?

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    Edema means swelling caused by fluid in your body's tissues. It usually occurs in the feet, ankles and legs, but it can involve your entire body.

    Causes of edema include

    Eating too much salt
    Sunburn
    Heart failure
    Kidney disease
    Liver problems from cirrhosis
    Pregnancy
    Problems with lymph nodes, especially after mastectomy
    Some medicines
    Standing or walking a lot when the weather is warm
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    Keysriches 

    answered 4 months ago

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