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Fluid retention is commonly referred to as edema. It occurs when excess fluid builds up in the body's tissues, often leading to swelling in areas such as the legs, ankles, and feet. Edema can result from various factors, including heart, kidney, or liver conditions, as well as medication side effects or prolonged inactivity.
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Can general anesthesia cause fluid retention?
Can anesthesia cause fluid retention
Can methadone cause fluid retention?
Yes, edema or fluid retention is a side effect of methadone.
Does weight have anything to do with fluid retention?
Weight is not directly associated with fluid retention, but heart problems does. Fluid retention is characterized with fluid build-up on some parts of the body due to problems like heart ailments. To treat fluid retention, doctors usually recommend furosemide as a medication. You can take a look at this link for drug info about furosemide: http://www.meds-side-effects.com/
Is fluid retention caused by high or low potassium in the body?
It is excessive salt intake (sodium) which can place an individual at risk of fluid retention.
What is the medical term meaning fluid retention due to obstrution of the lymph vessels?
Lymphedema is fluid retention due to obstruction of lymph vessels.Lymphedema
What can cause the left ankle to swell up with no injuries done to it nor is there an history of fluid retention only the left ankle is having this problem?
fluid retention
How does fluid retention affect serum protein levels?
Fluid retention can cause lab results to be deceptively low. Dehydration may cause lab results to be deceptively high.
What Kitchen seasoning can cause fluid retention in the body?
salt
How does cortisol contribute to fluid retention in the body?
Cortisol, a hormone released in response to stress, can lead to fluid retention by increasing the reabsorption of sodium and water in the kidneys. This can result in an increase in blood volume and higher levels of fluid in the body tissues.
Can a low carbohydrate diet cause water retention?
A low carbohydrate diet usually helps to avoid, or alleviate, fluid retention.
What drug decreases sodium and fluid retention in the body?
hydrochlorothiazide (HydroDIURIL)
What is the indicator of fluid retention in critically ill patients?
Intake and Output.
