Word
edema
Phoneticsede·ma
/ɪˈdimə/
Definition
n. a medical condition where extra fluid builds up in the body's tissues, making them swell. It is often caused by injury, infection, or certain health problems.
n. the abnormal accumulation of fluid in the interstitial spaces of the body, resulting in swelling. Often associated with inflammation or circulatory issues.
Examples
“The doctor checked for edema in his legs.”
“After the long flight, many passengers experienced mild edema in their ankles due to the low cabin pressure.”
“The patient's symptoms included significant peripheral edema, which the physician attributed to a compromised lymphatic system following the surgical procedure.”
Examples
simple
“The doctor checked for edema in his legs.”
contextual
“After the long flight, many passengers experienced mild edema in their ankles due to the low cabin pressure.”
complex
“The patient's symptoms included significant peripheral edema, which the physician attributed to a compromised lymphatic system following the surgical procedure.”
Etymology
From New Latin edema, from Ancient Greek οἴδημα (oídēma, “swelling”), from οἰδέω (oidéō, “I swell”).
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.