Edema is a swelling caused by fluid accumulation in the tissues of our body. Learn about the different types, causes, symptoms, and treatments.
Today, leading medical guidelines—such as those from the American Heart Association (AHA) and the European Society of Cardiology (ESC)—recommend starting treatment for high blood pressure with a combination of two medications, ideally combined into a single pill (polypill), rather than beginning w...
(intertrigo), or impetigo, can be a risk factor for the development of cellulitis; tinea pedisand intertrigo between the toes (toe web intertrigo) are a common cause in those with chronic edema. Likewise, inflammatory medical conditions or diseases of the skin (dermatitis) such aseczema,...
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...
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...