VocabularyQuestion 62 of 120
The term 'edema' refers to:
a.A skin rash
b.Swelling from fluid buildup
c.A broken bone
d.A high fever
Explanation
Edema is swelling caused by excess fluid trapped in body tissues. It often appears in the legs, ankles, or feet.
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