edema

edema

The swelling of soft tissues as a result of excess fluid accumulation.

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Edema

Medical; Herbal medicine

Condición localizada o sistémica en la cual los tejidos corporales contienen una cantidad excesiva de fluidos. El edema sistémico puede ser tan leve como la retención de líquidos ...

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patógeno

Health care; Hospitals

An agent of disease. Pathogens include bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoa.

úlcera

Health care; Hospitals

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prótesis

Health care; Hospitals

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abceso

Health care; Hospitals

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calidad de vida

Health care; Hospitals

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