Edema can occur when there is
A) an increase in the amount of plasma proteins.
B) a decrease in capillary permeability to proteins.
C) a decrease in blood pressure.
D) a blockage of the lymphatics.
E) an increase in blood colloid osmotic pressure.

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Edema occurs when there is an abnormal accumulation of fluid in the interstitial space. This can happen due to a blockage of the lymphatics, which prevents the normal drainage of excess fluid from tissues back into the circulatory system.

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