Question 1

what is the scale of a pitting edema?

Accepted Answer

See below: Here are 2 scales below: 
1+ barely detectable impression when finger is pressed into skin.  
2+ slight indentation.  
15 seconds to rebound  
3+  deeper indentation.
 30 seconds to rebound. 
4+ &gt;30 seconds to rebound. 

1+  2mm depression, barely detectable. 
 Immediate rebound. 
2+ 4mm deep pit.
 A few seconds to rebound. 
3+ 6mm deep pit.
 10-12 seconds to rebound. 
4+ 8mm: very deep &gt;20sec.

Question 2

i've twisted my ankle and still have pain on a scale of 10. could it be broken. there us a lot of edema. and it doesn't look any better.

Accepted Answer

Bad sprains can : Be swollen and hurt for some time. You should be using a brace or cam walker I the pain is that secvere. How are you rehabbing it? And yes, the possibility of a fracture is real. So if it wasn't xrayed yet, that would be a good idea. If pain persists an MRI might be a good way to assess the actual damage.

Question 3

i am experiencing rash (associated with: itchiness, blisters, crusty, flaking or scaling, bumpy) (not associated with: red or bluish purple, ring shaped), flaky skin, skin redness or irritation, dry or cracking skin, skin swelling, and genital rash. i am

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No help online : Unfortunately the rash in your description requires medical evaluation in person with more history and physical examination, see your doctor who may refer you to a dermatologist, best wishes

Question 4

i've had edema for about 4 years. what could be wrong?

Accepted Answer

Edema: Almost always eating too much salt.Discuss with your Dr.

Question 5

what is edema?

Accepted Answer

Swelling: Various causes such as injury, infection, inflammatory condtions, venous insufficiency and lymphedema are common causes.

Question 6

what is trace edema?

Accepted Answer

Minimal swelling: Minimal=mild=trace.

Question 7

what is tensed edema?

Accepted Answer

Ck out cause: With your pcp! varicose veins? Too much salt , legs in one position long periods of time(air flight  long durations).

Question 8

how is edema measured?

Accepted Answer

Edema: The only accurate way to measuse edema is by using a tape measure. Swelling in the legs can be measured in this way however, facial swelling could not. Daily body weight is often used as a crude way to monitor edema that cannot be measured accurately.

Question 9

how can i manage edema?

Accepted Answer

Elevate and move: Leg swelling is very common in pregnancy. It can be helped with several things. Elevate your legs whenever possible. Stay well hydrated. Eat healthy. Stretch your legs frequently. Wear comfortable shoes and socks. Some people like the maternity support stockings.

Question 10

what is soft tissue edema?

Accepted Answer

Anything other than: Anything other than bone is considered to be soft tissue. Usually one sees soft tissue edema or water swelling in the lower extremities especially when you press a finger into the skin, you leave an indent that goes away in a few minutes.

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I've twisted my ankle and still have pain on a scale of 10. could it be broken. there us a lot of edema. and it doesn't look any better.

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I am experiencing rash (associated with: itchiness, blisters, crusty, flaking or scaling, bumpy) (not associated with: red or bluish purple, ring shaped), flaky skin, skin redness or irritation, dry or cracking skin, skin swelling, and genital rash. i am

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What is edema?

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What is trace edema?

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