Oedema means an abnormal or excessive accumulation of fluid in the tissue spaces of the body.
PITTING EDEMA: Subcutaneous edema leads to Pitting edema i.e. it is recognized by digital pressure. eg-Congestion, Hypoalbuminemia
NON-PITTING EDEMA: seen in
Filariasis (Elephantiasis)
CAUSES OF GENERALISED EDEMA–
Malnutrition (Starvation)
CAUSES OF LOCALISED EDEMA-
Milroy’s disease (hereditary lymphoedema)