edema

Edema is known to occur during and right after exercise especially in the feet, hands and lower legs. This is true during warm weather, pregnancy and after consumption of salty foods that increases water retention. If there are no other symptoms particularly pain and if the swelling subsides within 24 hours, it is not an […]

Edema involves swelling due to surplus fluid trapped within the bodily tissues. Even though it affects all parts of the body, one of the initial indications of edema is the presence of swollen feet. Although a low intake of protein might be one of the potential causes of edema, a doctor should be consulted to