What is pitting Edema?
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Edema is an observable swelling from fluid accumulation in certain body tissues. Edema most commonly occurs in the feet and legs, where it also is referred to as peripheral edema. The swelling is the result of the accumulation of excess fluid under the skin in the spaces within the tissues that are outside of the blood vessels. These spaces are known as interstitial spaces or compartments. Most of the body's fluids that are found outside of the cells are normally stored in two spaces; the blood vessels (where the fluids are called the blood volume) and the interstitial spaces (where the fluids are called the interstitial fluid). In various diseases, excess fluid can accumulate in either one or both of these compartments. \n\n\nPitting edema can be demonstrated by applying pressure to, for example, the skin of a swollen leg, by depressing the skin with a finger. If the pressing causes an indentation in the skin that persists for some time after the release of the pressure, the edema is referred to as pitting edema. Actually, any form of pressure, such as from the elastic part of socks, can induce the pitting of this edema.
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it's bruised. blood is in the muscle where it shouldnt be
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Pulmonary Edema is an accumulation of serous fluid in the lungs.  After a clot is removed, it is not at all uncommon for serous fluid to accumulate.\n\nSerous fluid, by the way, is caused by the seperation of whole blood when it stagnates after a clot.\n\nWhen the clot is removed, the flow is resumed, and since the lungs have the thinnest membranes, the serum accumulates there.\n\nThis condition is not unusual, and it's easy to correct with surgery.  The risk is minimal and it is not an indication of negligence or malpractice on the doctor's part.  It's just a side effect of the clot.
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You could have an infection in the tissues or cellulitis. If it is red and warm- go to the doctor or clinic or ER now. If it is just swollen, put it on a pillow, above the level of your heart and see if the swelling goes down. If no success, make an appointment to see your doctor.
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Swelling, or inflammation, is caused by a release of histamines in the body as an immune response to an allergen, antigen or physical injury to tissues of the body. This is usually accompanied by redness and itching as well as increased temperature of the affected area and pain. The best over the counter remedy is any antihistamine such as benadryl. This should solve your problem, unless the case is too severe, in which you will probably just have a stronger antihistamine prescribed to you. If benadryl doesn't work you should definitely see a doctor.
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Make sure you use the pressure garment. The last thing you need is a emobolism. (clot that will move through body and to heart or brain. Then you are "bye bye" forever.) The swelling will probably last a few weeks. As long as no drainage, pus, or red inflammation you should do well. Go to the docs on the scheduled follow up days and whatever you do....FOLLOW THEIR GUIDANCE. If they say, keep elevated...you do that. If they say do not walk onto flat of foot...you do that.  Trust me, listening to their expert advice will enable you to heal faster. Take care.
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An ingrown hair is a hair that curls and then penetrates the skin with its tip as it grows, causing swelling and redness. Inflammation and pus formation are the most common symptoms.\n\nAny pharmacy will sell products to help with the problem but if it's infected, and it sounds like it is, you should really see a doctor - soon!\n\nI've just noticed that you're a seal - so maybe the vet could help instead!
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It is hard to diagnose this, with this little bit of information. It appears that it is a blister. It may have been caused by a burn that you were unaware of, insect bite, allergic reaction to something you contacted or a wide variety of other possibilities. The fact that it is a water filled blister, tells me that the immune response is intact. This is the bodys way of forming, if you will, a protective padded bandaide. This fluid filled sack prevents harmful invaders, like dirt and germs to enter the damaged tissue. It also works to heal. The fluid is filled with many healing substances, that come to the rescue of the damaged tissue. The danger is when the blister is broken. One should never deliberately break a blister. However, if the blister breaks, one should keep the area clean and protected. Neosporin is a good antibiotic ointment to would very similar to the bodys response. It will prevent infection and promote healing. Cover the area with a sterile bandage. You never want to put a dry bandage on a seeping wound, because the fluid will dry on the badage and then pull the healed tissue off when you remove the bandage. If you have done this, soak the wound & bandage in clean & warm water for 20 minutes, then slowly remove the bandage, it should come off without pain or damage. Look for signs and or symptoms of infeaction. Reddness, swelling, pain, green drainage, increased warmth to area or unexplained fever. If the wound gets worse each day, or it not showing signs of healing with a week or 10 days. If there is any loss of functioning, like numbness, etc ...seek medical assistance at once.
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It's called "pitting oedema" which can be caused by several different things. And yes, you will have put weight on if your body is retaining water, that's logical. \n\nThe sensible thing for you to do is to see a doctor - you need to find the cause of your water retention & get it treated. Please don't wait, although it's probably nothing too dreadful - go see a doctor.
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Why would you seek answers from here?  This is definitely a condition requiring immediate medical attention.  Infections can lead to multi-system infections.  If it is severe and left untreated, it could lead to the loss of your foot, infection in your blood stream, need I go on?  If insurance or finances are an issue, go to the ER of your local hospital, they can direct you to services for medical assistance to pay the bill.  \nThe longer you wait, the more serious this issue will become for you.  It isn't going to go away on its own.
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Sounds like the start of a boil.  get someone to have a look and describe it to you.  If it has an obvious "head"  hot flannels will bring it out so the swelling and pus can be discharged.\n\nIf it doesnt look like a spot or boil, nip to the docs and let him have a look.
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NO, it is NOT an infection.  With a scrape, a lot of times you get that oozing if you immediately coat it with something as you did. The oozing is plasma. It's a part of your blood. Your blood is trying to get white cells there to heal things up. Sounds like you exposed some nerve endings as well.  All completely normal.\n\nThe semi white film is actually skin cells that have stayed wet. The wound is trying to heal, the the environment is too wet.\n\nLeave the bandages and Neosporin off, let it air dry without cloth on it at all if you can, and just wear normal clothing as always.It will form the scab as it dries and heal as scrapes normally do.\n\nNeosporin is not a bad first response; even your doctor will tell you so, especially if you could have gotten fabric fibers, dirt, other crap from the area you fell on it.  But now it's time to let it dry out and heal.
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water retention or edema...is a condition where your body holds onto the water reserves in your body, for various reasons.  You may be dehydrated, have liver or kidney functioning problems (your waste system may have something wrong with it), it comes from many things.  Women tend to retain more water than men, because water rentention is also due to fluctuating hormone levels, which happens during your period.
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spotting is a term for bloody discharge.  If you haven't started menstruating yet, or are between periods and you notice a little reddish or brownish spot (or spots) in your underwear, this is known as spotting and it is very natural.  If you are in pain or are bleeding heavily (more than a normal period) see a doctor.  Otherwise, welcome to womanhood m'dear.
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Yes. When circulation ceases, plasma and red blood cells influenced by gravity and reach the lowest levels of vascular system. The plasma tend to cause edema of lower area if body is undisrupted for long time, contribute to cutaneous blisters of early putrefaction.
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Cold packs or ice packs help to decrease edema (aka swelling).  You could lay down and elevate your legs (above your heart level).  Do some ankle pumps to improve circulation.  Take anti-inflammatory medication (swelling usually indicates inflammation).  Work on improving the range of motion in your knees to decrease the damage to your back.  A physical therapist could help with your knee and back condition - talk to your physician about getting a prescription.  Good luck, hope I helped.
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The word is Swelling / Swollen