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If i press hard on my shins for a few seconds, it leaves behind an extremely subtle indent (i can tell that my thumb was pressed there). my feet, calves, and ankles don't leave behind any indent. would that still be classified as pitting edema?

Q: if i press hard on my shins for a few seconds, it leaves behind an extremely subtle indent (i can tell that my thumb was pressed there). my feet, calves, and ankles don't leave behind any indent. would that still be classified as pitting edema?

: An extremely subtle indent in this case does not fit the definition of pitting edema. Take care.

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Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

An extremely subtle indent in this case does not fit the definition of pitting edema. Take care.

Answered 4/11/2023

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A member asked:

If i press hard on my shins for a few seconds, it leaves behind an extremely subtle indent (i can tell that my thumb was pressed there). my feet, calves, and ankles don't leave behind any indent. would that still be classified as pitting edema?

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