Betrayal, inferiority, emotional suppression, feeling threatened, and an unwillingness to let go of the past can be physically reflected in the form of excessive tissue fluids.
Edema, traumatic and inflammatory swelling, and blockages within the lymphatic system are associated with defensive emotional reactions, perceptions of lack, and the immense fear of change.
You can gain further insight be determining which areas of the body are affected. Lower limbs often indicate an unwillingness to let go, move on, and accept change. Your shoulders and arms generally suggest that you are failing to delegate, request assistance, or consider other options. Finger, wrist, and hand issues often suggest that you are failing to look beyond your current perception, try new strategies, or let go of old beliefs.