What Is the Most Frequent Cause of Edema of the Lower

question 11

Multiple Choice

What is the most frequent cause of edema of the lower extremities?

• A) Deficiency of vitamins and minerals
• B) Excessive walking or running
• C) Prolonged sitting or standing
• D) Use of table salt

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Definitions:

Enlarged Lymph Nodes

An increase in size of the lymph nodes, which can be indicative of infection, inflammation, or malignancy.

Hypertensive Heart Disease

A range of heart disorders caused or complicated by high blood pressure, including coronary artery disease, heart failure, and hypertrophy of the heart muscle.

Thoracic Lymph Duct

The largest lymphatic vessel in the human body, running along the chest area and responsible for transporting lymph and its immune-related contents back into the bloodstream.

Lymphedema

A condition of localized fluid retention and tissue swelling caused by a compromised lymphatic system.