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Swelling of the foot, ankle and leg can be bad enough to leave a dimple, also known as a pit, in the skin after pressing on the area. This swelling, called edema, is the result of too much fluid in the tissues.

Edema is the medical term for swelling caused by fluid trapped in your body’s tissues. Edema happens most often in your feet, ankles and legs, but can affect other parts of your body, such as your face, hands and abdomen.

Edema is a medical term for swelling in the body. Swelling occurs when fluid from the small blood vessels leaks into the tissues and builds up. This causes the skin to appear puffy and shiny....