Oedema

oedema

a condition characterized by an excess of watery fluid collecting in the cavities or tissues of the body.

CAUSES

In certain:

•  liver
•   kidney diseases
•  low levels of albumin in the blood can contribute to fluid retention.
•  Heart failure
•  cirrhosis of the liver,
•  venous insufficiency
•  a kidney disease called nephrotic syndrome are the most common systemic diseases that cause edema.

 Signs of edema include:

• Swelling or puffiness of the tissue directly under your skin, especially in your legs or arms.
• Stretched or shiny skin.
• Skin that retains a dimple (pits), after being pressed for several seconds.
• Increased abdominal size.

TYPES

Types of Edema

• Peripheral edema. This usually affects the legs, feet, and ankles, but it can also happen in the arms. ...
• Pedal edema. This happens when fluid gathers in your feet and lower legs. ...
• Lymphedema. ...
• Pulmonary edema. ...
• Cerebral edema. ...
• Macular edema.

OEDEMA TREATMENT DIET

• Avoid alcohol
•  animal protein
•  beef, caffein
•  chocolate
• dairy products (except those listed above) dried shellfish
•  fried foods
•  gravies
• olives
•  pickles
•  salt
•  soy sauce
•  tobacco
•  white flour and white sugar.
•  If you have swelling in the legs and feet, sit with your feet up as often as you can.