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    GlossaryPedal Edema (Lower Limb Edema)

    accumulation of fluid in feet or ankles causing swelling

    Pedal edema, also known as foot or ankle swelling, is the accumulation of excess fluid in the tissues of the lower extremities. This condition can result from various causes, including prolonged standing, heart failure, kidney disease, or venous insufficiency, and it often presents as noticeable swelling in the feet and ankles.

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