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What can cause pitting edema in my umbilical region?i also have pitting edema in my legs and ankles.iv have tests done so im sure its not heart failor

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Your doctor: It's good you don't have heart failure, but liver problems and kidney disease (and other things) can also cause pitting edema. Something like this merits a physician evaluation so please see your doctor.

Answered 3/3/2013

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