Question 1

is lowered urine output a sign of water retention ?all my bloodwork ok but worried my fluid input is a lot higher than urine output.

Accepted Answer

Intake-output: usually fluid intake matches urine output if you are not losing  fluid in other ways like sweat, feces, hot temperatures(evaporation).  Have you measure your daily intake and output if no please do so.  weight assessment  can also help as if you retain fluid your weight will increase.

Question 2

hi, my thighs; arms and face show signs of water retention.
its difficult to walk or use my forearms.
im approaching my period soon. please advise ?

Accepted Answer

Water retention ?: Overall effects of water retention can be caused by other conditions, and at "age 31" , it would be unusual for hormones to cause such exaggerated effect, even before one's period.  Check with your physician if this persists, and be careful of sodium intake (salty foods) as this will aggravate your symptoms.

Question 3

what can i do to treat water retention?

Accepted Answer

Too much water: The best way to get rid of water retention is to find out what is causing it. There are several reasons to retain water, kidney failure, heart failure and varicose veins among others. The treatment of water retention due to heart failure is different from that due to varicose veins. See a physician and be evaluated properly so you can follow a sure road leading to the elimination of your problem.

Question 4

how can i reduce water retention in my body?

Accepted Answer

Less salt: Avoid
canned foods
fast foots
processed meats.

Question 5

what foods can i eat to beat water retention?

Accepted Answer

more like what not : To eat. Avoid high sodium foods and drink plenty of water, some moderate activity and your all set.

Question 6

can you tell me how i can reduce water retention?

Accepted Answer

Water retention: You need to see your doctor and be evaluated for cause. It may be something minor that you can easily take care of or could be something more involved. Cutting down on salt intake is the main easy thing you can do.

Question 7

what to do if i have problems with water retention?

Accepted Answer

Water retention: If you have water retention (WR), the treatment will be based upon its cause. Common causes of WR are congestive heart failure, chronic renal failure and varicose veins, among others. See a physician for a physical examination to find out the cause of your WR. Once a diagnosis is made a treatment plan can be formulated for you to treat the problem. Good luck.

Question 8

what's the best way to reduce body water retention?

Accepted Answer

Eat less sodium.: Excess sodium causes retention of fluid.  Reduce sodium intake to reduce edema.

Question 9

what do you suggest if my water retention isn't going!! help!!?

Accepted Answer

Water retention: you need a diagnosis of the cause of 'water retention' to have a treatment prescribed. You need to see a doc, there isn't resource here to do that, history,exam and perhaps testing may be needed

Question 10

does watermelon cause water retention?

Accepted Answer

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

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