is periorbital edema a sure sign of nephrotic syndrome? what are other causes?
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While a definite symptom of nephrotic syndrome, could also be symptom of other conditions, including thyroid problems and heart problems. Consult with an expert.
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Fluid retention is often caused by allergies, persistant edema may be caused by kidney,bladder,heart or liver problems. So you may want to have some tests ran to rule out those factors. Go to your local health food store and ask for free-form amino acid complex(sometimes edema is caused by inadequate protein assimilation), SP-6 Cornsilk blend from Solaray(this contains corn silk and other herbs that help the body expell exess fluids.Give her two capsules three times daily).Vitamin B complex taken with vitamin B6 will reduce water retention. 50-100 mg of B vitamin twice daily with meals and 50 mg of B6 three times daily. Also to replace minerals lost with the correction of edema:Alfalfa, good source of important minerals. It also contains chlorophyll a potent detoxifier. Take 2,000-3,000 mg daily, in divided doses. Calcium(1500 mg daily) and magnesium(1000 mg daily), silica(a natural diuretic) as directed on label. Make sure she eats more raw foods. Eat plenty apples, beets, garlic, grapes and onions. A high fiber diet is very important. For protein eat eggs, broiled white fish, and broiled chicken or turkey. Eat small amounts os buttermilk, cottage cheese, kefir and low fat yogurt. Use kelp(seaweed)to supply needed minerals, avoid alcohol, animal protein, beef, caffeine, chocolate, dairy products(except those listed)dried shell fish, fried foods, gravies, olives, pickles, salt, soy sauce, tobacco, white flour and white sugar. Exercise daily and take hot baths or saunas twice a week, avoid stress. But make sure a doctor keeps track of the situation.
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I would definitely consult an eye doctor.  Bulging eyes are a common sign in several conditions, including hyperthyroidism.
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Could be an early sign of retinal detachment, glaucoma, or other serious eye disease. Have you been to the eye doctor? I'd say that would be your best bet. Start writing down when you experience the snow and try to pay attention to what happens just before & after the experience. This may give you clues as to if it's a precursor to something or maybe a reaction to something.
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Hello Porcelain,\n\nI checked a resource written by pharmacists and other medical professionals...\n\nhttp://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginfo/uspdi/202084.html#SXX19\n\nThere was no mention of water retention as a side effect.\nThis doesn't mean there is no relation between the two, it could\nbe very rare. Please check with your doctor or primary health care provider!\n\nWater retention, or endema, is generally not bad (unless it is in the lungs).  http://patients.uptodate.com/topic.asp?file=kidn_dis/4639\nHowever, whatever is causing the water retention should be addressed.  The cause of water retention can lead to problems in the kidney, heart, or liver.\n\nA doctor or health care provider can, by observation and ordering tests,  determine the cause of the water retention.  For example,\nblood or urine tests may be ordered  to check on the condition of the liver and kidney.\n\nAgain, I do not know if there is a relation between the two, or how serious it is.  Please consider this to be an aid in any discussion with your health care provider.\n\nHoping this helps some,\nJanice\n\nPS Feel free to email me if this answer doesn't make sense\nor if there are other questions.
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People who have poor sleeping habits usually experience this. A high sodium diet or drinking water near bedtime can cause fluids to be retained in the eye. Normally, this should not happen. But poor sleep causes the body to forego some functions, like deal with water in your eyes.\n\nThat is why most beauty gurus recommend a cold compress to get down the swelling (it is similar to swelling in some injuries). Also, since it goes away as the day passes, that means that it is nothing serious, and is most likely related to a habit, like sleep :)
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This site answers your question perfectly:\n\nhttp://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002914.htm\n\nThey give several reasons for this including dehydration, post nasal drainage and overproducing tears.  Check out the link above....
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Swelling is caused by fluid buildup in the tissues. Gravity pulls the fluids to your feet and ankles, causing them to swell. \n\nSwelling can be caused by a serious condition of the kidney, heart, liver or blood vessels. Some other causes of swelling are:\n\nEating a poor diet high in salt and carbohydrates \nTaking birth control or hormone replacement therapy pills \nPregnancy \nPMS \nSodium retention \nMuscle injury \nVaricose veins \nHistory of phlebitis \nAllergic reactions \nPreeclampsia \nNeuromuscular disorders \nTrauma \nLaxative abuse \nDiuretics abuse \nDrug abuse \nTreatment will depend on the cause of the swelling. One of the first treatment options is to elevate the legs above the level of the heart. Anti-inflammatory medicine can also help reduce swelling. \n\nOther treatment options are \n\nLeg wedges to elevate the feet while sleeping. \nSupport socks and stocking \nSupport socks and stockings come in various gradients depending on the pressure needed, and various lengths depending on the level of the edema. \nProper fitting shoes and socks. \nTips to Reduce Swelling\nCut back on salt \nSalt contributes to fluid retention. \nDrink plenty of water. \nPut your feet up \nLying on your back, rest your feet at least 12 inches above the level of your heart for 10 to 15 minutes, three or four times a day. \nDo not abuse laxatives \nUse support stockings \nRoll these on in the morning to promote circulation and limit gravitation movement of fluids. Most medical supply or drug stores carry these. \nExercise regularly \nRegular exercise improves circulation. \nAvoid standing in place for long period of time. \nLose excess weight \nExcess weight slows circulation of body fluids and puts extra pressure on your veins. \nIncrease muscle activity with walking. \nAvoid long periods of sitting \nEvery one or two hours, get up and walk. \nReview your medication with your doctors \nCertain drugs, including nonsteroidal anti-inflammatories and calcium channel blockers, can contribute to swelling. \nComplications of Swelling?\nExcess swelling can cause skin ulcerations.
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none salt cause high bloodpressure and stress
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if you eat a lot of salty food, then you are more likely to retain water. salt retains water. Water retention, medically known as edema, can be caused by a number of factors, from normal shifts in body fluid to excess dietary sodium and diseases such as heart or kidney disease.
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Giant Papillary Conjunctivitis - Conjunctival inflammation forming a "cobblestone-like" pattern on the inside of the eyelids. This condition is often associated with the continuous wearing of contact lenses.
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Twenty percent of people treated with Avandia or Actos notice higher numbers on the scale. The problem is usually fluid retention, not increased fat deposits. However, be aware that a rapid weight gain, especially if accompanied by ankle swelling, is a warning sign of something more serious than simple water retention. These drugs have been associated with heart failure or worsening of existing heart failure. If you have any symptoms, let your doctor know right away.
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this time of the year?\ni dont know but it looks like a kidney problem.\nthe swelling pattern you described is (dependent edema) and could be caused by any of the following\n#1    cardiac disease \nanything which interferes with the pumping function of the heart  will allow a backflow of fluid which appears as  swelling of the lower parts of the body, also  fluid in the lungs which causes breathlessness, you didnt mention anything like that.\n#2  kidney disease\nthe kidneys are responsible for maintaining the balance of fluids and solutes in the body,so when a disease causes the kidneys to be damaged the kidneys cant take out some salts from the body which will lead to the body keeping extra amounts of salt and fluid, also there maybe loss of proteins which will upset the balance between the blood and the fluid inside the body cells and cause more fluid to come out of these cells and thus you get the swelling.\n\n# 3 liver causes\nalso by decreasing the blood protien which is synthesized in the liver\nthese are the main causes of (dependent edema)\nanother cause of the swelling up of a person could be endocrine diseases such as (cushings disease) where an excess of steroid hormones causes the body to retain salt and fluid and thus give swelling of the body in addition to affecting the body fat distribution to give the impression of swelling although this takes time to manifest.\nso kindly provide more details so one can get idea which might be the cause of your sisters swelling.
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No, it can indicate renal failure, though. Albumin is one of the smallest proteins, and will be the first lost if there is kidney hypertension, or nephritis.\nA biopsy is where they stick a needle in your kidney to get a sample of it to look at it under a microscope. There are other kidney function tests they would do before a biopsy, including other biochemical tests, ultrasound, etc.
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Yes, it's absolutely possible and there are several causes.  One main group of causes could be overaction of your lacrimal (tear) glands.  Another could be that your tears aren't draining properly (maybe due to obstruction in your tear ducts).  If this has become a problem for you, you really should see an eye doctor to find out what the cause of it is and what can be done about it.
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to see if an obstruction is the cause of the renal failure
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the swelling could be caused by any number of medical conditions, but the most common causes are either pinkeye(conjuctivitis) or having a sty on your eye. If your eye is red and matted together when you wake up, this could be pinkeye. If this is the case you need to contact your doctor and have it checked out. If it is a sty, there is really not much you can do, except put warm compresses on it.