Edema is a swelling caused by fluid accumulation in the tissues of our body. Learn about the different types, causes, symptoms, and treatments.
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Varicose veins can be treated with several options such as compression stockings, sclerotherapy, endovenous laser treatment, and surgery. The treatment option will depend on the severity of the varicose veins, the individual’s medical history, and the preferences of the patient and the doctor. Link...
This may be the case with chronic leg swelling (edemaorlymphedema) due tovaricose veinsor other impaired venous drainage of the leg. A preexisting skin infection, such as anathlete's foot(tinea pedis), fungal infection in moist skin creases (intertrigo), or impetigo, can be a risk factor ...
Compression stockings can be helpful by increasing the resistance to fluid leaking out of the vessels. These can be purchased in any medical supply store, and are particularly useful for peripheral edema. Body positioning can also be helpful for both peripheral and pulmonary edema to ease symptoms...
•Self care includes exercise, weight loss, elevating the legs while resting and wearing compression stockings Medical treatments for varicose veins: •Sclerotherapy-injection of an inflammatory chemical that causes the sides of t...