In the 'Symptoms - Metabolic' section of our in-depth questionnaire we ask the following question about edema of the knees:
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Do you have edema of the knees? To rate its severity, press firmly with a finger for 5 seconds and note the approximate depth of the indentation or length of time to return to normal.
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...and suggests |
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"No / don't know" |
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"Slight: 5mm (1/4 inch) depth, immediate return" |
Edema of the knees |
A symptom |
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"Minor: 8-10mm (1/2 inch) depth, 10-15 seconds" |
Edema of the knees |
A symptom |
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"Moderate: 11-20mm (3/4 inch) depth, 15-30 seconds" |
Edema of the knees |
A symptom |
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"Severe: Over 20mm (1 inch) depth, over 30 seconds" |
Edema of the knees |
A symptom |
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Your answer will affect the likelihoods of the conditions below.
Any answers in green reduce the likelihood of the condition.
GLOSSARY
Edema
Abnormal accumulation of fluids within tissues resulting in swelling.
Last updated: May 10, 2007
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