What is edema?

My right calf gets really swollen and tender I guess you could say and my message therapist said it is probley edema. what is edema and what can I do to help it?

There are many sources on the internet. One such source is:
http://www.medicinenet.com/edema/article...

Also called: Dropsy
Edema means swelling caused by fluid in your body's tissues. It usually occurs in the feet, ankles and legs, but it can involve your entire body.

Causes of edema include

Eating too much salt
Sunburn
Heart failure
Kidney disease
Liver problems from cirrhosis
Pregnancy
Problems with lymph nodes, especially after mastectomy
Some medicines
Standing or walking a lot when the weather is warm
To keep swelling down, your health care provider may recommend keeping your legs raised when sitting, wearing support stockings, limiting how much salt you eat or taking a medicine called a diuretic - also called a water pill.
Here is a website on how to help it:
http://www.mayoclinic.com/print/diuretic...
Hope this helps sweety, best wishes :)

You need to see your doctor and be evaluated for blood clots.

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