When pressing and releasing the swollen ankle, indentions remained in the soft tissue.This condition is called:

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The presence of indentions in the soft tissue following pressure is a classic sign of edema, which occurs when excess fluid accumulates in the tissues. Sclerosis refers to the hardening of tissue, thrombophlebitis is inflammation of a vein with clot formation, and cardiogenic shock is a condition where the heart is unable to supply enough blood to meet the body's needs. None of these conditions are typically associated with the presence of indentations upon pressure.

When Pressing and Releasing the Swollen Ankle, Indentions Remained in the Soft