Pedal edema
An abnormal accumulation of excess fluid in the lower extremity resulting in swelling of the feet and extending upward to the lower leg.
Also called: Edema of the lower limbs, Fluid accumulation in lower limbs, Leg edema, Leg oedema, Lower leg swelling, Oedema of the lower limbs, Pedal oedema, Peripheral edema of lower extremity, Peripheral oedema of lower extremity, Dependant edema.
Conditions associated with pedal edema
The following conditions have been associated with pedal edema in medical literature. This is informational and not a diagnosis.
Alveolar echinococcosis
Alveolar echinococcosis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Chikungunya
Chikungunya is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Congenital Gerbode defect
Congenital Gerbode defect is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Cushing disease
Cushing disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Cushing syndrome due to ectopic ACTH secretion
Cushing syndrome due to ectopic ACTH secretion is a medical condition that may be associated with various symp...
Eisenmenger syndrome
Eisenmenger syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Familial Mediterranean fever
Familial Mediterranean fever is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Heart Failure
A condition in which the heart cannot pump blood effectively, leading to fluid buildup in the lungs and body a...
Hughes-Stovin syndrome
Hughes-Stovin syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Idiopathic steroid-sensitive nephrotic syndrome with secondary steroid resistance
Idiopathic steroid-sensitive nephrotic syndrome with secondary steroid resistance is a medical condition that ...
IgG4-related retroperitoneal fibrosis
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Isolated polycystic liver disease
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Myelodysplastic neoplasm with increased blasts
Myelodysplastic neoplasm with increased blasts is a medical condition that may be associated with various symp...
Peripartum cardiomyopathy
Peripartum cardiomyopathy is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Sotos syndrome
Sotos syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Systemic capillary leak syndrome
Systemic capillary leak syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs...
Waldenström macroglobulinemia
Waldenström macroglobulinemia is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Whipple disease
Whipple disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Wilson disease
A very rare inherited multisystemic disease presenting non-specific neurological, hepatic, psychiatric or osse...
systemic lupus erythematosus 18
Any systemic lupus erythematosus in which the cause of the disease is a variation in the PLD4 gene....
Tests providers may use to investigate pedal edema
When investigating pedal edema, a healthcare provider may order one or more of the following laboratory tests. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
ANA (Antinuclear Antibodies)
Screens for autoimmune diseases such as lupus....
Anti-dsDNA Antibodies
Supports diagnosis and monitoring of systemic lupus erythematosus....
BNP / NT-proBNP
Measures B-type natriuretic peptide to help evaluate heart failure....
Basic Heart Health Panel - Lab Tests At Healthlabs
This standard 5-test panel screens general health & cardiovascular health. It is especially helpful for indivi...
Bnp Blood Test
Heart failure blood testing - This test measures levels of B-Type Natriuretic Peptide (BNP) to help detect, di...
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Cardiac Health & Cholesterol
Fast, easy & affordable heart health and cholesterol lab tests-- no insurance or a doctor's referral needed. S...
Comprehensive Heart Health Panel
This comprehensive 7-test panel screens general & cardiovascular health. It is especially helpful for individu...
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Liver Function Test
Measures ALT, AST, ALP, bilirubin, and albumin to assess liver health....
Online Heart Health Test - Standard Heart Panel
This comprehensive 6-test panel screens general & cardiovascular health. It is especially helpful for individu...
Symptoms commonly seen alongside pedal edema
Breathlessness When Lying Flat
Difficulty breathing when lying flat that improves when sitting up, which can be a sign of heart failure....
Fatigue
A subjective feeling of tiredness characterized by a lack of energy and motivation....
Fever
Body temperature elevated above the normal range....
Seizure
A seizure is an intermittent abnormality of nervous system physiology characterized by a transient occurrence ...
Waking to Urinate at Night
The need to wake up during the night to urinate, which can disrupt sleep and may be linked to bladder, prostat...
Weight Gain
An increase in body weight that can be caused by changes in diet, activity, fluid retention, or hormonal condi...
When to seek care
Seek care from a qualified healthcare provider if pedal edema is severe, persistent, worsening, or accompanied by concerning symptoms. If you think you have a medical emergency, call your local emergency number immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the symptom pedal edema mean?
Pedal edema is a health sign or symptom described in medical literature. An abnormal accumulation of excess fluid in the lower extremity resulting in swelling of the feet and extending upward to the lower leg.
Which conditions are associated with pedal edema?
Pedal edema has been reported in association with 20 conditions in the medical literature we index, including Alveolar echinococcosis, Chikungunya, Congenital Gerbode defect, Cushing disease, Cushing syndrome due to ectopic ACTH secretion. These associations do not mean you have any of these conditions.
Should I see a doctor about pedal edema?
You should discuss any persistent or concerning symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider. This website does not provide diagnosis. If you have severe symptoms or signs of a medical emergency, seek care immediately.