MICROANATOMY

Detailed explanation-1: -Edema is the medical term for swelling caused by fluid trapped in your body’s tissues. Edema happens most often in your feet, ankles and legs, but can affect other parts of your body, such as your face, hands and abdomen.

Detailed explanation-2: -Pedal edema-affects lower legs, ankles, and feet. Possible causes: pregnancy, being older. Peripheral edema/Lymphedema-affects the arms, legs, and feet. Pulmonary edema-affects lungs, makes it hard to breathe, especially when lying down. Cerebral edema-affects the brain.