LOWER LIMB OEDEMA

lymphoedema:

congenital

acquired, eg. filariasis

abdominal/pelvic masses:

tumours / cysts

pregnancy

abdominal aortic aneurysm

retroperitoneal fibrosis

venous problems:

varicose veins

thrombophlebitis

deep vein thrombosis

other:

cellulitis

tight clothing (eg. socks)

causes of generalised oedema

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