edema

Meanings

• noun

  The swelling of a part of the body due to an accumulation of fluid.

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Synonyms

dropsy , hydrops , hydropsy

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with edema
demia , emma , hema , lema

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Variants

List of all variants of edema that leads to same result
dropsy , edema , edemas , edemata , oedema , oedemas

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Etymology

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From the Greek word 'edēma' meaning 'swelling'.

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Trivia

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1. Edema can be caused by various factors, including heart disease, kidney disease, and certain medications.

2. Edema can also occur in space due to the lack of gravity, causing fluid to accumulate in the legs and feet.

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Related Concepts

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1. lymphatic edema: A type of edema caused by a problem with the lymphatic system.

2. pulmonary edema: A condition where excess fluid accumulates in the lungs, making it difficult to breathe.

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Culture

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Edema has been depicted in various forms of art and literature, often symbolizing suffering, illness, or imbalance.

How to Memorize "edema"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a body part, such as an ankle or a hand, swelling up and becoming difficult to move due to an accumulation of fluid.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'edema' with the concept of swelling or fluid retention.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Edema is an E for Excess Fluid Accumulation in a body part'.

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