The swelling of soft tissues as a result of excess fluid accumulation. Edema is often most prominent in the lower legs and feet toward the end of the day because fluid pools while people maintain an upright position.

Localized skin swelling that results from an inherited deficiency of the C1 esterase inhibitor protein, which normally prevents activation of a cascade of proteins that leads to the occurrence of angioedema. Patients can develop recurrent attacks of swollen tissues, pain in the abdomen, and swelling of the voice box (larynx) that can compromise bre [..]

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Swelling caused by excess fluid in body tissues.

oedema Presence of abnormally large amounts of fluid in intercellular spaces of body tissues.

Abnormal fluid accumulation in the intercellular tissue spaces of the body.

The collection of fluid in the tissue

Abnormal collection of fluid in spaces between cells, esp. just under the skin or in a given cavity (e.g., peritoneal cavity) or organ (e.g., the lungs-pulmonary edema)

Fluid retention.

An accumulation of an excessive amount of watery fluid in cells, tissues, or serous cavities.

the accumulation of excess fluid in the intercellular or interstitial tissue spaces or body cavities.

c. 1400, from medical Latin, from Greek oidema (genitive oidematos) "a swelling tumor," from oidein "to swell," from oidos "tumor, swelling," from PIE *oid- "to swel [..]

Excess fluid in body tissues that causes swelling.

Condition in which fluid escapes into the tissues from vascular or lymphatic spaces and causes local or generalized swelling

Swelling caused by the accumulation of excessive fluid in tissues, cells, or serous cavities.

An excessive accumulation of fluid generally in extracellular.

Escape of fluid from blood into interstitial space, causing swelling. edge effects

An excess accumulation of fluid in cells, organs or body cavities. See cerbral edema.

The accumulation of fluid in part of the body.

The swelling of tissue, especially in the brain, in response to injury.

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

Swelling caused by too much fluid in the body.

too much water.                                                                                                                                                                    [..]

 - An excessive accumulation of fluid generally in extracellular.

Swelling that happens when too much fluid collects in the body's tissues or organs.

(eh-DEE-muh) swelling caused by excess fluid in the body.

Swelling due to accumulation of water in body tissues, most commonly in the feet and legs. If a depression caused by applying a finger to a swollen area persists for some time the oedema is described [..]

(n) swelling from excessive accumulation of watery fluid in cells, tissues, or serous cavities

Edema means swelling caused by excess fluid in the body's tissues. It usually occurs in the feet, ankles and legs, but it can involve the entire body. Edema can be a symptom of lupus nephritis. S [..]

swelling

Collection of fluid in the tissue causing swelling. [Click Here To Return To List]

A swelling or puffiness of some part of the body such as the ankles. Water or other body fluids collect in the cells and cause the swelling.

Swelling, inflammation.

Swelling caused by abnormal accumulation of fluid in tissues.

An abnormal excess accumulation of serous fluid in connective tissue or in a serous cavity.

The accumulation of fluid in part of the body.

Swelling of a body part caused by an abnormal buildup of fluids.

Abnormal accumulation of fluid in the body tissues or body cavities causing swelling or distention of the affected parts.

Swelling of the tissues due to oozing of the serum of blood from the vessels into the extravascular spaces.

Swelling from abnormally large amounts of fluids in the tissues.

The accumulation of fluid in part of the body.

collection of fluid in the tissue causing swelling.     

Definition: (eh- DEE -mah) Swelling caused by excess fluid in body tissues. It may occur through the body or in particular body parts, e.g., legs.

Edema is swelling that happens when too much fluid builds up in the tissues of the body. (Not the tissues you blow your nose in! We mean the stuff your body's made up of.)

swelling; accumulation of excessive fluid in subcutaneous tissues (beneath the skin).

Abnormal fluid accumulation in Tissues or body cavities. Most cases of edema are present under the Skin in Subcutaneous Tissue.

Abnormal fluid Retention by the body due to impaired cardiac function or Heart Failure. It is usually characterized by increase in venous and Capillary Pressure, and swollen Legs when standing. It is [..]

An excessive amount of fluid in the Cornea due to damage of the Epithelium or Endothelium causing decreased Visual Acuity.

Fluid accumulation in the outer layer of the Macula Lutea at the center of the Retina in a petaloid pattern where cystic spaces are formed and may Lead to macular Depressions or holes.

Abnormal accumulation of serous fluid in two or more fetal compartments, such as Skin; Pleura; Pericardium; Placenta; Peritoneum; Amniotic Fluid. General fetal Edema may be of non-immunologic origin, [..]

Inherited disorders that are characterized by subcutaneous and submucosal Edema in the upper RESPIRATORY TRACT and Gastrointestinal Tract.

Increased intraCellular or Extracellular Fluid in Brain Tissue. Cytotoxic Brain Edema (swelling due to increased Intracellular Fluid) is indicative of a disturbance in Cell Metabolism, and is commonly [..]

Abnormal accumulation of fluid in Tissues of any part of the Larynx, commonly associated with laryngeal injuries and allergic reactions.

Fluid accumulation in the outer layer of the Macula Lutea that results from intraocular or systemic insults. It may develop in a diffuse pattern where the macula appears thickened or it may acquire th [..]

Excessive accumulation of extravascular fluid in the Lung, an indication of a serious underlying Disease or disorder. Pulmonary Edema prevents efficient Pulmonary Gas Exchange in the Pulmonary Alveoli [..]

Swelling involving the deep Dermis, subcutaneous, or submucosal Tissues, representing localized Edema. AngioEdema often occurs in the Face, Lips, tongue, and Larynx.

Abnormal swelling caused by excess accumulation of fluid in tissues or body cavities.

Abnormal fluid accumulation in TISSUES or body cavities. Most cases of edema are present under the SKIN in SUBCUTANEOUS TISSUE.

A manifestation of congestive heart failure caused by increased venous and capillary pressures and often associated with the retention of sodium by the kidneys. (Dorland, 27th ed)

The abnormal accumulation of fluid in a tissue.

swelling caused by excess fluid in the body.

Abnormal accumulation of fluids within tissues resulting in swelling.

Abnormal fluid accumulation in the intercellular tissue spaces of the body.

   Abnormal accumulation of fluid in the body tissues.

Swelling caused by excess fluid in body tissues.

excess accumulation of fluid in the tissues of the body

swelling of certain parts of the body due to the presence of abnormally large amounts of fluid

Accumulation of an excessive amount of fluid (plasma) in tissues.  

An excessive accumulation of fluid in cells, tissues, or body cavities.

An abnormal accumulation of clear watery fluid in cells, tissues or cavities (lungs) of the body.

A medical term for swelling.

An abnormal swelling resulting from the excessive accumulation of watery fluid in interstitial spaces between cells in tissues of the body.

Edema is an observable swelling from fluid accumulation in certain body tissues. Edema most commonly occurs in the feet and legs, where it also is referred to as peripheral edema. The swelling is the result of the accumulation of excess fluid under the skin in the spaces within the tissues that are outside of the blood vessels. These spaces are kno [..]

A medical term for swelling.

abnormal accumulation of fluid in your arms, hands, legs, feet and face.

swelling.

Presence of abnormally large amounts of fluid in the intercellular tissue spaces of the body; usually applied to demonstrate accumulation of excessive fluid in the subcutaneous tissues; edema may be localized due to venous or lymphatic obstruction or to increased vascular permeability or it may be systemic due to heart failure or renal disease.

welling caused by fluid build-up and fluid leaking out of blood vessels into surrounding soft tissues; usually occurs in areas that are dependent, such as the legs.

Swelling caused by retention of fluid.

Swelling or water retention.

Any abnormal accumulation of fluid; swelling often seen in the feet of individuals who use wheelchairs or do not walk.

swelling

abnormal accumulation of fluid in your arms, hands, legs, feet and face.