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What is edema?

Edema is an observable swelling from fluid accumulation in certain body tissues. Edema most commonly occurs in the feet and legs, where it also is referred to as peripheral edema. The swelling is the result of the accumulation of excess fluid under the skin in the spaces within the tissues that are outside of the blood vessels. These spaces are known as interstitial spaces or compartments. Most of the body's fluids that are found outside of the cells are normally stored in two spaces; the blood vessels (where the fluids are called the blood volume) and the interstitial spaces (where the fluids are called the interstitial fluid). In various diseases, excess fluid can accumulate in either one or both of these compartments.

The body's organs also have areas between cells (interstitial spaces) where fluid can accumulate. For example, an accumulation of fluid in the interstitial air spaces (alveoli) in the lungs occurs in heart failure and is called pulmonary edema. In addition, excess fluid sometimes collects in what has been called the third space, which includes cavities in the abdomen (abdominal or peritoneal cavity) or in the chest (lung or pleural cavity). The term anasarca refers to the severe, widespread accumulation of fluid in the various tissues and cavities of the body.

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Edema is a localized or general swelling caused by the build-up of fluid within body tissues. Edema most commonly occurs in the feet and legs, where it also is referred to as peripheral edema. Injury may result in temporary swelling. Excess fluid may be a result of poor circulation of the blood; a failure of the lymphatic system to disperse the fluid; various diseases and disorders; or a combination of factors.

Other causes of edema include fluid retention caused by disease of the heart or kidneys or a reduction in the amount of protein in the blood, which may occur as a result of cirrhosis, chronic nephritis, malnutrition, or toxemia of pregnancy (preeclampsia). Localized edema may result from injury or infection. Some other less serious causes of edema are birth control pills, premenstrual syndrome, or a diet extremely low in protein. An imbalance of sodium and potassium in the body also causes fluid retention. This can be from too much salt in the diet or a lack of potassium.

Diuretics are used to treat virtually any disorder in which there is an excessive build-up of fluid in the body. These include disorders of the heart (such as heart failure), liver, and kidneys. Some weak diuretics are used to decrease excessive fluid pressure within the eyeball (glaucoma). Diuretics are used to treat certain lung disorders in which fluid accumulates in the lung tissue (pulmonary edema). They may also be used to decrease high blood pressure (hypertension) and to treat overdosage of certain drugs.

Some vitamins and minerals that can be used as Diuretics are:

Magnesium - 600 milligrams per day.
Vitamin B6 - 100 milligrams per day.
Potassium - 100 milligrams per day.
The nutrients mentioned above reflect the major nutritional supplements that may help the condition. Please do remember however that nutritional supplementation is an adjunct to medical treatment and in no way replaces medical treatment.

Stay off of salt.

Nothing with salt in it. Check out www.mayoclinic.com for more information.

Salt free diet.

reduced sodium.

v8- reduced sodium 6. 0z is okay.
fruits, veggies, broiled and baked chicken and fish. aska dietician,.

Salt free diet .

If the edema is as a result of heart failure, then avoid salty and fatty foods. Also, limit fluid intake.