edema

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edema

A doctor examines a patient's ankle for signs of edema.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • Swelling from excessive accumulation of watery fluid in cells, tissues, or serous cavities: A medical condition characterized by an abnormal buildup of fluid in body tissues, leading to swelling.
Usage
  • Noun:
    • Edema is a common symptom of heart failure.
    • The patient presented with significant edema in the lower legs.
    • Pulmonary edema is a serious condition requiring immediate attention.
Advanced Usage
  • "Pitting edema": A type of edema where pressure applied to the swollen area leaves a persistent indentation.
    • The doctor assessed the severity of the pitting edema by pressing on the patient's ankle.
  • "Cerebral edema": Swelling caused by excess fluid in the brain.
    • Cerebral edema is a potentially life-threatening complication of severe head trauma.
Variants and Related Words
  • Oedema (noun): The British English spelling of .
    • The spelling 'oedema' is commonly used in medical texts in the UK.
  • Edematous (adjective): Characterized by or affected with edema.
    • The edematous tissue was warm and tender to the touch.
Synonyms
  • Swelling: The general term for an enlargement of a body part, often due to fluid accumulation.
  • Dropsy: An older, less specific term for edema or pathological fluid accumulation.
Related Phrases
  • "Peripheral edema": Edema occurring in the limbs, especially the legs and feet.
    • Peripheral edema can be a side effect of certain medications.
  • "Lymphedema": A specific type of edema caused by a blockage in the lymphatic system.
    • Lymphedema often occurs after lymph node removal during cancer surgery.
edema

A doctor examines a patient's ankle for signs of edema.

Noun
  1. swelling from excessive accumulation of watery fluid in cells, tissues, or serous cavities

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