Edema (swelling), often caused by kidney or heart disease. An old term for the swelling of soft tissues due to the accumulation of excess water.
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June 6, 2016· 1 min read
Edema (swelling), often caused by kidney or heart disease. An old term for the swelling of soft tissues due to the accumulation of excess water.
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