User:Mr. Ibrahem/Edema
| Edema | |
|---|---|
| Other names | Oedema, œdema, fluid retention, water retention, dropsy, hydropsy, swelling |
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| "Pitting" edema | |
| Pronunciation | |
| Specialty | Cardiology, nephrology |
| Symptoms | Skin which feels tight, area may feel heavy[1] |
| Usual onset | Sudden or gradual[2] |
| Types | Generalized, localized[2] |
| Causes | Venous insufficiency, heart failure, kidney problems, low protein levels, liver problems, deep vein thrombosis, lymphedema[1][2] |
| Diagnostic method | Based on a physical exam[3] |
| Treatment | Based on cause[2] |
Edema, also known as fluid retention or swelling, is the buildup of fluid in the body's tissue.[1] Most commonly, the legs or arms are affected.[1] Symptoms may include skin which feels tight, the area may feel heavy, and affected joints may be hard to move.[1] Other symptoms depend on the underlying cause.[2]
Causes may include venous insufficiency, heart failure, kidney problems, low protein levels, liver problems, deep vein thrombosis, infections, angioedema, certain medications, and lymphedema.[1][2] It may also occur due to prolonged sitting or standing and during menstruation or pregnancy.[1] The condition is more concerning if it starts suddenly, or pain or shortness of breath is present.[2]
Treatment depends on the underlying cause.[2] If the underlying mechanism involves sodium retention, decreased salt intake and a diuretic may be used.[2] Elevating the legs and support stockings may be useful for edema of the legs.[3] Older people are more commonly affected.[3] The word is from the Greek οἴδημα oídēma meaning 'swelling'.[4]
References[edit]
- ^ a b c d e f g Causes and signs of edema. Institute for Quality and Efficiency in Health Care (IQWiG). 2016. Archived from the original on 2021-08-29. Retrieved 2019-12-08.
- ^ a b c d e f g h i "Edema - Cardiovascular Disorders". Merck Manuals Professional Edition. Archived from the original on 13 October 2019. Retrieved 8 December 2019.
- ^ a b c "Edema: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment". familydoctor.org. Archived from the original on 1 August 2019. Retrieved 23 December 2019.
- ^ Liddell, Henry. "A Greek-English Lexicon, οἴδ-ημα". www.perseus.tufts.edu. Archived from the original on 7 July 2015. Retrieved 8 December 2019.