Question 1

is dependent edema same as pitting edema?any significance difference?

Accepted Answer

Edema: Dependent edema is edema that's distributing according to forces of gravity. If you are standing dependent edema will be in your legs, however if you are in the bed it can be in the sacrum and back. On the other hand pitting edema is the one where if you press on it with your finger you will leave a mark. However this is all semantics and both dependent and pitting edema are signs of volume overlo.

Question 2

how to prevent dependent edema of ankles and feet?

Accepted Answer

Use your muscles: The contraction of calf muscles helps to push the blood back up to the heart. So doing calf raises, going for a walk are helpful. Compression socks (like jobst) are also very useful in preventing swelling especially if you have a job where you are standing still for many hours.

Question 3

dependent edema; all over fluid retention; morning facial/eye swelling?

Accepted Answer

Water pill: your profile stating that you are not taking any medication,so we could not blame your condition on medication side effect.
you need to see a doctor for a prescription of water pill,you need to watch your salt intake,and hydrate well.and exercise.

Question 4

what is the difference between dependent and independent edema? specifically, what is independent edema?

Accepted Answer

Gravity: Dependent edema refers to swelling that is aggravated by gravity. Example if you twist your ankle and don't elevate it the swelling/edema will be worse than if you do keep it elevated. Independent edema is present whether elevation is employed or not. And may imply venous or lymphatic blockage that may be serious.

Question 5

what are the causes of non-cardiogenic paulminary edema?

Accepted Answer

Acute lung insult: Changes in permeability of the lungs (pulmonary) capillary membranes, usually  as a result of either a direct or an indirect  insult, such as :
drowning
acute glomerulonephritis (kidney disease)
fluid overload
aspiration
inhalation injury
neurogenic pulmonary edema
allergic reaction
adult respiratory distress syndrome (ards).

Question 6

is any amount of edema normal in a non-pregnant person (trace to obvious)?

Accepted Answer

It depends...: Hello there,

There are some instances in which just by an increased amount of sodium in diet you can retain fluid and it shows as edema.

However if there is any other medical problems associated (i.e. Hypertension). You may want to see your provider for further evaluation and advice.

Take care.

Question 7

my mri report states that there is non-specific soft tissue edema in the paraspinal region posteriorly.  what does this mean?

Accepted Answer

Edema: In such cases I feel the ordering physician should sit down with the radiologist who interpreted the study and ask for a differential diagnosis, what, if any, further studies would be recommended and/or what type of specialist could shed more information on your case taking into consideration your symptoms or why the MRI was ordered.

Question 8

is it possible for non centred diabetic macula edema, to be reversed?

Accepted Answer

: YEs especially if due to DM AND high blood pressure. Discuss with your Opth. I cannot see you eyes from here.

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 are some possible causes of edema?

Accepted Answer

Several causes: Edema is fluid in one's tissues (usually the skin) that is outside of one's blood vessels, lymph vessels, and cells. The fluid is "in between" cells and leaked out of the person's blood vessels or lymph vessels. Poor circulation, obstructed veins, standing or sitting too long, thyroid disease, kidney disease, low protein levels, etc., can cause edema (most often noticeable in the legs).

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Is any amount of edema normal in a non-pregnant person (trace to obvious)?

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My mri report states that there is non-specific soft tissue edema in the paraspinal region posteriorly. what does this mean?

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