noun
- Plural of edema; abnormal accumulation of fluid in body tissues or cavities, causing swelling.
Usage: Medical term; Also spelled 'oedemas' in British English
Examples
- The patient developed edemas in both legs after the surgery.
- Edemas can result from heart disease, kidney problems, or liver cirrhosis.
- The doctor examined the edemas to determine their underlying cause.
- Compression stockings help reduce edemas in patients with poor circulation.
- Pulmonary edemas can make breathing difficult and require immediate treatment.