Edema

Edema, also spelled oedema, and also known as fluid retention, dropsy, hydropsy and swelling, is the build-up of fluid in the body's tissue. Most commonly, the legs or arms... Wikipedia

• Specialty:  Cardiology, nephrology
• Symptoms:  Skin which feels tight, area may feel heavy
• Usual onset:  Sudden or gradual
• Causes:  Venous insufficiency, heart failure, kidney problems, low protein levels, liver problems, deep vein thrombosis, lymphedema
• Diagnostic method:  Based on a physical exam
• Treatment:  Based on cause
• Data source:  DuckDuckGo