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* Acute kidney failure * Chronic kidney failure * End-stage kidney disease * High blood pressure * Congestive heart failure * Pulmonary edema * Chronic glomerulonephritis * Nephrotic syndrome
Weeping of the legs, also known as leg edema, can be a symptom of an underlying health issue such as poor circulation, heart failure, or kidney problems. It is not considered normal and may require medical evaluation to determine the cause and appropriate treatment.
Cardiac edema is caused by heart failure leading to fluid accumulation in the lungs or extremities, while renal edema is due to impaired kidney function resulting in fluid retention throughout the body. Cardiac edema often presents with shortness of breath and swollen ankles, while renal edema can manifest as generalized swelling and decreased urine output. Treatment for cardiac edema focuses on managing heart failure, while renal edema requires addressing the underlying kidney dysfunction.
Dropsy is an outdated term for edema, which is the abnormal accumulation of fluid in the tissues of the body. It can be a symptom of various medical conditions, such as heart failure, kidney disease, or liver disease. Treatment usually involves addressing the underlying cause and may include medications to reduce fluid retention.
Edema can be the result of several things, including prolonged inactivity. It can also be caused by congestive heart failure, poor circulation, diabetes, pregnancy, liver disease, kidney disease.
Swelling or fluid in tissue spaces is known as edema. This condition can be caused by various factors such as inflammation, injury, or a medical condition like heart failure or kidney disease. It is important to identify the underlying cause of the edema to determine the appropriate treatment.
Edema is swelling. It can affect the entire body or a specific part of it. It is caused by inflammation and sometimes an injury. It is the result of leaking blood vessels that release fluid into the body cause it to swell.
Edema means swelling. An edematous kidney is a swollen kidney.
In the past, dropsy was a term used to describe edema or swelling caused by various underlying conditions such as heart failure or kidney disease. It is not a specific cause of death itself, but a symptom of an underlying disease. The number of deaths attributed to dropsy specifically is not typically recorded.
High potassium levels, known as hyperkalemia, do not directly cause edema. Edema is typically associated with conditions that affect fluid balance, such as heart failure, kidney disease, or certain medications. However, if high potassium is a result of kidney dysfunction, it could contribute to fluid retention and indirectly lead to edema. Always consult a healthcare professional for personalized advice regarding electrolyte imbalances and related symptoms.
No, it's a diuretic that treats fluid retention (edema) in people with congestive heart failure, cirrhosis of the liver, kidney disorders, or edema caused by taking steroids or estrogen. It also is used to treat high blood pressure