my husband has edema?
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Symptoms of heart failure start to happen when your heart cannot pump enough blood to the rest of your body. In the early stages, you may:\n\nBe short of breath when you are active. \nFeel like your heart is pounding or racing (palpitations). \nFeel weak, very tired, or dizzy. \nAs heart failure gets worse, fluid starts to build up in your lungs and other parts of your body. This may cause you to:\n\nFeel short of breath even at rest. \nHave swelling (edema), especially in your legs, ankles, and feet. \nGain weight. This may happen over just a day or two, or more slowly. \nCough or wheeze, especially when you lie down. \nNeed to urinate more at night. \nFeel bloated or sick to your stomach. \nIf your symptoms suddenly get worse, you will need emergency care.
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take him to the hospital...like now, I hate it when people have fucking medical emergincies and they come on to yahoo answers of all places to seek advice...EMERGENCY ROOM!
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It sounds like he could have some type of food or environmental allergy. Try bringing him for a second opinion.
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That was insensitive Johnroder! I am sorry to hear this news. Sometimes, Doctors are wrong though, Sweety. But they are learned men of science. I'm praying for you. Perhaps your loved one can get a second opinion.
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It could be a number of things. It could be a virus. Or has he perhaps been taking any medications in which this might be a side effect? \nWhatever it is, since it has been going on for over two weeks, he definitely needs to consult a physician.
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Let me impart some advice to not so much you especially as your husband...See a doctor man!! That's the remedy.
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Peripheral edema is the swelling of tissues, usually in the lower limbs, due the accumulation of fluids.\n\nThe condition is commonly associated with ageing, but can be caused by many other conditions, including congestive heart failure, trauma, pregnancy or merely long periods of time sitting or standing without moving.\n\nSee a doctor!
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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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Edema means swelling. That's all. there are other factors involved if u have swelling 4 months after an incident. Talk to a different doctor to find out the reason why your leg is swelling. it could be any number of things. Also, when you have swelling, apply a cold pack(not HOT Please) to the area for 15 minutes and then remove. wait half an hour and then repeat. your swelling should go down, but u still need to talk to a doctor so they can test u to see where the problem lies.
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He is probably stressed out from work. I suggest you take him to the physician. There IS a problem.
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Edema is due to accumulation of fliud in the body, it can be in the brain region, lower body part such as ankle swelling. Edema is the sign of heart failure, this is because the heart functions as a pump, if it does not pump properly, blood failed to return to the blood circulation and hence the upper part of body. As a feedback mechanism or compensation, reduced blood return to heart and kidney trigger a subtance called angiotensin which exacerbates the current situation and causes high blood pressure due to vasoconstriction of blood vessel. This is a vicious cycle if not corrected with medications
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check out:www.mamashealth.com/allergies/sinunitis.asp for some suggestions...i'd also suggest having him drink a warm cup of chamomile tea with a teaspoon of honey-it helps alleviate the swelling since chamomile is a natural anti-inflammatory plant....perhaps tylenol sinus combo might help-it comes in a pack for daytime and nite time relief-give it a shot! it sounds like your husband may need some antibiotics to clear up this infection that may have started out as sinus issue...i understand your current situation with the insurance...perhaps try another doctor under a different health plan? \ngarlic is another very potent source used to rid a lot of germ creating pathogens-you can have him suck on a clove-i know it sounds nasty but after the initial sting, it will bring the relief! that may rid him of the symptoms he's experiencing till he can get to see a proper doctor! hope he feels better!
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matches, water, and my husband.
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Your surgeon knows best.  I suggest that you follow your discharge plan of care, to maximize healing.  Stay on a low salt diet to prevent edema (swelling). Do the physical therapy outlined on the physicans discharge sheet (when allowed).  Keep the follow up appointments. Communicate questions and concerns to the staff at the surgeons office phone number.  I wish you a speedy recovery. Murphy
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Leg Edema \nSwollen feet and legs, referred to medically as leg edema, occur when fluid is retained in the spaces between body cells. A leg edema typically affects the feet, ankles and lower legs, but can also impact any area of the body, causing systemic symptoms.
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If it is serious go to the hospital. If not my doc told me to drink a cup of black coffee. (ONLY FOR MINOR ATTACKS, HARD OF BREATHING AFTER ACTIVITY OR IN THE MORNING FOR MINOR ATTACK). Somehow the coffee calms or releases some of the pathways in the lungs. \n\nSince your husbands medication is not working I think going back to the doc would be top of the list for the day. Ask about coffee when you see the doc. It works for my minor attacks.
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Schedule an apointment with a doctor. So far, it sounds like the flu. However, if he does actually pass out, or he gets any more symptoms that make him seem worse, you should go to the ER as soon as you can. This could be a sign of something more serious than just the flu. Until then, get plenty of rest and lots of fluids. Try giving him some pieces of banana also if he has been throwing up. He might need potassium.