Philosophy
DROPSY
By Kartik Murtys
June 6, 2016· 1 min read
PhilosophyKartik Murtys · June 6, 2016 · 1 min
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.
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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