Question 1

why does any medication that causes water retention, make me ill.   its in  most drugs. .  ?

Accepted Answer

Uncertain: There are clearly groups of medications such as otc arthritis medications that can predispose to water retention. But by no means does all medications alter fluid balance within human body. Excluding entirely medications that induce diuresis (urination).

Question 2

does watermelon cause water retention?

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Food Myths: Nope. Not in any way. Now the season of eating watermelon is hot and hot humid weather can lead to water retention.

Question 3

can dehydration cause water retention?

Accepted Answer

Dehydration: No. As a matter of fact we restrict salt and water for people with water retention.

Question 4

are there any liquids that do not cause water retention?

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Liquids not cause: Liquids do not cause retention of fluid.  Kidney failure, salt intake, heart function, protein levels in blood, liver function, lymphatic circulation all affect fluid retention.  The fluid intake is essential, it's elimination that may be problem.

Question 5

can one injection of dexamethasone cause water retention ?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: Dose and duration relative.
One small dose, no
, or very slight retention of no great significance- like salt from potato chips!

Question 6

are electrolytes similar to salts and cause water retention?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Electrolytes are the collective name for sodium, potassium, chloride, etc. -- the chemicals that make up the liquid part of blood.  Too much of one particular electrolyte -- sodium -- one component of nacl, or salt -- can cause swelling.  Most energy drinks have "some" electrolytes in them, and drinking too much of them can contribute to swelling.

Question 7

could diseases that cause inflammation throughout the body also cause water retention?

Accepted Answer

Yes: As an example, cortisol is one of the stress hormones released during systemic inflammation; it can promote water retention.

Question 8

can diseases that often cause inflammation throughout the body also lead to water retention?

Accepted Answer

Water retention: Inflammatory diseases might lead to water retention.  Keep in mind that many medications that are used to treat inflammation, such as ibuprofen, naproxen, prednisone, etc may cause water retention or swelling.  Water retention is also a side effect of other medications.

Question 9

what are the causes  of water retention? how to treat it? thanks. is massage good? what type of massage and how often?

Accepted Answer

The real question : Is why are you retaining fluid...Talk to your physician so things like CHF can be ruled out then appropriate treatment can be undertaken.

Question 10

what causes water retention in one leg?

Accepted Answer

Single leg swelling: Usually its obstruction to the venous drainage to that leg or venous insufficiency in that leg

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