You have a patient who comes in with uncomfortable edema in his lower right leg.Which of the following are possible causes?

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Edema in the lower leg can be caused by blockage of lymph vessels (A) which prevents lymph fluid from draining properly, leading to swelling. Prolonged standing (B) can cause fluid to accumulate in the lower legs due to gravity. Liver disease (C) can lead to edema because the liver produces proteins that help keep blood from leaking out of blood vessels; liver problems can decrease protein production, leading to fluid buildup.

You Have a Patient Who Comes in with Uncomfortable Edema