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When i take my socks off i notice an indentation as well as in my wrists. like i am retaining water. do i need to worry? how can i change it?
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Edema: Edema can be due to many causes. It would be most common in the ankles at the end of the day due to venous insufficiency, which is not heart related. Edema in the upper extremities such as the wrist would be unusual and would recommend further medical evaluation. Other reasons for edema are many, and include heart failure, kidney problems, liver problems, adrenal problems, or medications.
Answered 3/21/2014
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