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Is lymphedema an abnormal accumulation of fluid primarily in legs and ankles?
true
Do spiders have ankles?
Spiders do not have ankles, or feet. They do have legs, however.
What is the medical term meaning abnormal accumulation of fluid in the legs and ankles that occurs when veins or lymph vessels do not drain properly?
lipedema
What causes the accumulation of fluids in tissues and how does this fluid become lymph?
The lymphatic system aids in the transport of tissue fluid. When this fluid accumulates it is referred to as edema, and tends to occur in the legs and ankles as a result of gravity.
Can you have three ankles?
if you have three legs
What are the functions of the amniotic sac and fluid?
Amniotic sac and fluid has a protective functions for the fetus. This sac separates the fetus from the mothers tissue.
What is filled fluid?
A closed sac with fluid in it
Why feet swollen?
Swollen feet are a condition in which muscles in the feet have an excessive fluid. This excessive fluid can be causes of increasing weight. It is also called Edema which usually affects the feet, lower legs and ankles.
A protective fluid that wrapped the baby?
The amniotic sac is what protects the baby, and the amniotic fluid is what the fluid inside the sac that the baby grows in.
The fetus is enclosed in a what sac?
it is the amneotic fluid.
What would cause fluid retention in the legs and ankles of an elderly person?
Fluid frequently collects in the lower extremities of elderly people because their heart is not able to pump the fluid adequately and it backs up. The fluid settles to the lower extremities by gravity.
Is it bad to have minimal fluid in right scrotal sac?
No. It is good to have minimal fluid in your right scrotal sac. More fluid there gives you hydrocele.
