Question 1

what is good for water retention?

Accepted Answer

Salt restriction: Restrict salt and fluids. Use diuretics if still needed if there is some other abnormality.

Question 2

how to determine if i have water retention?

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Pitting edema: When you press your ankles they are marks -deeping of the skin.

Question 3

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.

Question 4

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 5

is water retention related to loperamide?

Accepted Answer

Nope: Loperamide doesn't cause generalized fluid retention. In men, it can cause urinary retention (due to enlarged prostate).

Question 6

are water retention and menopause related?

Accepted Answer

Can be: Many women complain of water retention, bloating with menopause.  This can occur due to the hormonal imbalance especially low Progesterone levels as well as the increase in weight that is seen with menopause.  Treating the women with hormone replacement if she is candidate, improving diet, exercise can help these symptoms.

Question 7

what are the natural cures for water retention?

Accepted Answer

No: No. Water retention usually occurs either due to problem with heart, , kidney or liver function. Some medications can cause water retention. If you have water retention, you must see the doctor to find out the cause.

Question 8

are there any liquids that do not cause water retention?

Accepted Answer

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 9

water retention can make me feel bloated? what can i do?

Accepted Answer

?diuretic: If it's indicated, a diuretic would help fluid retention.

Question 10

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!

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