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1 of my foot swell(left) from the ankle to the toes.when i put pressure on 1 spot with a finger for a while it reacts like a sponge(the fluid spreads to other places then plumps up again).foot & pelvic sonar came back clear.what could be the problem?

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Dr. Philip Miller answered

Edema= swelling: with accumulation of fluid, usually in the lower extremities. If you are leaving "dents" after pushing on the foot, this is called pitting edema and deserves clinical exam and evaluation.

Answered 8/14/2019

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A member asked:

1 of my foot swell(left) from the ankle to the toes.when i put pressure on 1 spot with a finger for a while it reacts like a sponge(the fluid spreads to other places then plumps up again).foot & pelvic sonar came back clear.what could be the problem?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Philip Miller answered

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