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When your ankle swells after standing, your doctor might use the term "edema." What does that mean?

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Correct Incorrect Edema is swelling from fluid buildup, often eased by elevating the affected area.

When your ankle swells after standing, your doctor might use the term "edema." What does that mean?

• Muscle Spasm
• Joint Stiffness
• Nerve Pain
• Fluid Retention