Obstruction of veins draining the leg on one side of the body can cause edema in one leg. A blood clot in the leg, known as a DVT for deep vein thrombosis, is one possible cause of venous obstruction. A DVT is more common when a person is inactive for extended periods, such as during a long flight.
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According to the ACCC survey, 81 percent of those supporting aging parents and 59 percent of those assisting adult children indicated they help financially with living expenses and bills, while very few cited support for paying credit card debt.