This swelling is often caused by a buildup of fluid called edema. When just one leg is affected, an infection or chronic condition like arthritis may be at work. Treatment depends on the underlying ...
Calcium channel blocker (CCB)-related edema is quite common in clinical practice and can effectively deter a clinician from continued prescription of these drugs. Its etiology relates to a ...
Nearly two-thirds of pregnant women report bloating during their first trimester, research shows.[1]#1 So if you notice a balloon-like belly after you’ve been trying to conceive, it's possible that ...
Quantifying edema is difficult -- both for patient and physician -- and is generally reported on a four-point scale. Because of the subjective nature of this scale, the location of the edema ...