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These are classified by the affected parts of body as: Pedal edema: the swelling of lower legs and feet. Peripheral edema: The swelling occurs in the legs, feet, ankles and also arms. Lymphedema ...

Diuretics, either loop or thiazide, are usually not effective in alleviating pedal edema. Angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors or angiotensin receptor blockers in combination with a ...