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Varicose veins, those ugly purple bulging veins on the legs, used to be considered just a cosmetic concern. The fact of the matter is that varicose veins have an impact on the productivity of the working population. written by Juliet Cohen
Lymphedema, also spelled lymphoedema. Lymphedema is the chronic swelling or feeling of tightness in the arm or hand due to an accumulation of lymphatic fluid in the soft tissue of the arm. written by Knut Holt
By edema excessive fluid gather in body parts or greater areas of the body, making the areas swollen.The reasons are impaired flow of lymph or impaired venous blood flow. Measures to treat edema are here explained. written by Juliet Cohen
Acquired angioedema is a hypersensitivity disorder that presents as edema of the subcutaneous tissues and mucosa, typically involving the upper airways or gastrointestinal tract, and often accompanied by urticaria. written by Juliet Cohen
Beckwith-Wiedemann Syndrome (BWS) is a congenital overgrowth syndrome, which can affect all systems of the body. It is associated with an elevated risk of embryonic tumor formation. written by peter hutch
The treatment for edema involves altering one or more of the physical factors that regulate fluid movement. For example, in edema (pulmonary or systemic) secondary to heart failure, diuretic drugs are given to reduce blood volume and venous pressure. In heart failure patients, improving cardiac output by using cardiostimulatory or vasodilators drugs reduces venous and capillary pressures, thereby decreasing filtration and promoting reabsorption of fluid within. If a patient suffers from ankle edema, that person will be instructed to keep their feet elevated whenever possible (to diminish the effects of gravity on capillary pressure), use tight fitting elastic hose (to increase tissue hydrostatic pressure), and possibly be prescribed a diuretic drug to enhance fluid removal by the kidneys. written by peter hutch
Edema is observable swelling from fluid accumulation in body tissues. Edema most commonly occurs in the feet and legs, where it is referred to as peripheral edema. The swelling is the result of the accumulation of excess fluid under the skin in the spaces within the tissues. All tissues of the body are made up of cells and connective tissues that hold the cells together. written by Juliet Cohen
Myxedema coma is a loss of brain function as a result of serious, long hypothyroidism. Myxedema coma is considered a life-threatening complication of hypothyroidism and is much more serious side of the range of thyroid disease. written by Juliet Cohen
Edema formerly known as dropsy or hydropsy, is the increase of interstitial fluid in any organ swelling. Swollen feet and legs, referred to medically as edema. Edema can be caused by a serious condition of the kidney, heart, liver or blood vessels. << previous page 1 next page>> |
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