A condition characterized by weakness, shortness of breath, and edema of the lower portions of the body is:
A) angina pectoris.
B) congestive heart failure.
C) lymphedema.
D) myocardial infarction.

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Congestive heart failure is characterized by weakness, shortness of breath, and edema of the lower portions of the body. Angina pectoris is chest pain caused by reduced blood flow to the heart, lymphedema is swelling caused by a collection of lymph fluid, and myocardial infarction is a heart attack.

A Condition Characterized by Weakness, Shortness of Breath, and Edema