Swelling

Swelling
Definition:
Swelling involves the enlargement of organs, skin, or other body structures. It is caused by excessive buildup of fluid in the tissues.
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Swelling involves the enlargement of organs, skin, or other body structures caused by excessive buildup of fluid in the tissues. This buildup can lead to a rapid increase in weight over a short period of time (days to weeks).
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Brain swelling 'could be reduced' in stroke victims
22 August 2006
Patients' chances of survival after experiencing a stroke could soon be increased say scientists who claim to have found a way to reduce swelling in the brain.
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Ankle swelling during pregnancy: When is it a concern?
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I'm seven months pregnant with my first child. Why are my feet and ankles so swollen?
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swelling or thickening around the first joint of the big toe. The toe is forced inward and compresses the other toes.
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Swelling of the scrotum caused by excess fluid in the sheath that surrounds the testicles is known as hydrocele. Hydrocele causes no pain, and it usually resolves without treatment.
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Swelling and redness is a common side effect at the site of a sting—a reaction typically abated with an over-the-counter antihistamine. Wash the site of the sting with soap and water and apply ice to reduce swelling.
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Swelling, usually in the feet, ankles, face, eyelids or abdomen, caused by a build-up of fluid. In heart disease, this condition can be caused by congestive heart failure, cardiomyopathy or a congenital heart defect.
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Swelling of lymph nodes, particularly around the site of the injection, is seen in 10-20% of cases. There may also be swelling of the head and neck.
Urine analysis may show traces of blood and protein in the urine.
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Swelling at the top of the ureter, usually because something is blocking the urine from flowing into or out of the bladder.
hypercalciuria (HY-per-kal-see-YOO-ree-uh):
Abnormally large amounts of calcium in the urine.
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Swelling caused by excess fluid in body tissues.
edotecarin
A substance that is being studied in the treatment of cancer. It belongs to the family of drugs called topoisomerase I inhibitors. Also called J-107088.
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Swelling of the eyelids and tissues around the eyes, especially in the morning.
Swelling of the membrane that covers the eyeball and lines the eyelid.
Pain when moving the eyes up and down and from side to side.
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Swelling of the optic disk. May be due to an increase of pressure in the skull.
papilloma
A benign tumor of the skin or mucous membranes. A wart.
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swelling
pain
bruising
deformed appearance of the elbow
limited movement or inability to move the elbow.
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Swelling or deformity
Inability to feel someone touching the skin
Circulation
Discoloration
Instability
Areas of tenderness
Limitation in range of motion
Inability to bear weight ...
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Swelling of the tissues:
around the eyes (called periorbital oedema)
in the abdomen, hands and legs (especially after long periods standing) ...
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swelling of the face, lips, tongue, throat, arms, legs, hands, or feet
itchy skin
sudden breathing or swallowing problems
chest pain
hoarseness
sore throat
fever and chills
stomach pain
yellow eyes or skin ...
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SWELLING
SYMPTOMS"Swellings occur in various parts of the body.
CAUSE"This can be caused by bruising, sprains, infections, arthritis, or edema.
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Swelling or discomfort in the abdomen (from an enlarged spleen)
Swollen lymph nodes, especially in the neck or armpit
Weight loss ...
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A swelling or hard red to reddish-purple lump appearing on the face or upper neck (see neck lumps) Fever Weight loss Pain is minimal to absent Draining sores in the skin, ...
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Leg swelling can result from phlebitis of either the superficial or deep veins, so I'll start by explaining the superficial variety first. Superficial veins, usually those of the arms or legs, can become inflamed from injury.
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The swelling and extra mucus partially block, or obstruct, the airways. This makes it more difficult to push air out of your lungs (exhale).
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The swelling associated with olecranon bursitis may develop gradually, representing a chronic condition. It may also occur suddenly as the result of infection or traumatic injury.
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Tumescent: Swelling; slightly tumid (swollen).
For example, tumescent liposuction involves pumping a solution beneath the skin which swells it to facilitate suctioning out fat. For another example, the penis can become tumescent.
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Redness and swelling of the vulvar skin
Burning or itching of the vulvar skin
Thickening of the vulvar skin
Possible small cracks in the vulvar skin
Possible vaginal discharge ...
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LYMPHEDEMA - Swelling of the subcutaneous tissues caused by obstruction of the lymphatic drainage.
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An aneurysm is a swelling of an artery due to weakness in the vessel wall. It is a common cause of sudden death and often provides no warning signs or symptoms.
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EDEMA: An abnormal swelling resulting from the accumulation of fluid in the spaces between tissues.
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Benign growth A swelling or growth that is not cancerous and does not spread from one part of the body to another. Biopsy The surgical removal of tissue for microscopic examination to aid in diagnosis.
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Anaphylaxis is a rare but potentially fatal condition in which several different parts of the body experience food-allergic reactions simultaneously, causing hives , swelling of the throat and difficulty in breathing.
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Treatment: In order to avoid loss of the eye(s) completely, it is essential to identify the cause of the swelling and correct it right away.
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A fractured sesamoid produces substantial swelling throughout the forefoot and a deep, tender bruise in the area of the big toe's metatarsophalangeal joint. X-rays are often necessary to confirm a sesamoid fracture.
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There will be pain and swelling around the vagina because of stretching when the baby was born. You will also notice a discharge from the vagina. At first it will be bloody, then it will turn pink. Later it will turn yellow and then go away.
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Most often, a parent notices a swelling in a child's scrotum caused by the hydrocele. The fluid that fills the hydrocele is normally present in the abdomen. It seeps through a balloon-like structure around the testicle called the tunica vaginalis.
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Pills Traditionally used for abrasions, fast relief of bruising, swelling and soft tissue injury, arnica has often been used in the homoeopathic potency of 6c or 30c.
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Palmettx A standardized extract of saw palmetto, which is commonly used to reduce glandular swelling and increase urinary flow in patients with BPH (benign prostatic hypertrophy). Palmettx oil and powdered extract is sold OTC.
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Figure 1.11. Bilateral submandibular gland swellings due to reactive lymph nodes in a 24-year-old female with primary herpetic gingivostomatitis.
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Reduce sodium:
Finally, sodium is not as big an issue as it once was, but if you're bothered by fluid retention and breast swelling or tenderness, then limit your sodium and avoid adding salt.
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It's most common in children between 6 months and 3 years, when their windpipes are very small and slight swelling can actually shut them off. If you think your child has croup, call your
care provider immediately.
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