Edema can occur when there is

A. an increase in blood colloid osmotic pressure.
B. an increase in the amount of plasma proteins.
C. a decrease in capillary permeability to proteins.
D. a blockage of the lymphatics.
E. a decrease in blood pressure.


Answer: D

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