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Leg Swelling: Symptom of Pitting Edema. Leg swelling generally occurs because of an abnormal accumulation of fluid in the tissues of the lower extremity. Persisting indentation of a swollen leg after pressure from a finger is known as pitting edema. Common causes of leg swelling include. salt retention, cellulitis, congestive heart failure, and.
Peripheral Edema. Peripheral edema is also a circulation problem, but is seen in both legs, not just one. Lower extremity edema can be due to the aging of the veins leading to chronic swelling, as well as other conditions that can place pressure on the leg veins. These conditions include pregnancy, obesity, and varicose veins.