Edema +2

What does "Edema +2" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

Edema +2 is a term used in medicine to describe a certain level of swelling in the body, often in the legs or ankles. This swelling is caused by excess fluid trapped in the body's tissues. The +2 indicates a moderate level of swelling, where the skin rebounds slowly after being pressed. This is one way doctors measure and describe the severity of edema.

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