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Author(s):

Maivish Ishwar Dhongade | Payal Kuldip Indurkar
Keywords:

Edema, Fluid Accumulation, Herbal Plant’s, Medicinal Plants, Diuretics Activity, Antiinflammatory Activity
Abstract:
Edema Is A Swelling Which Is Caused Due To Accumulation Of Fluid Due To Release Of Fluid From Small Blood Vessels (capillaries) Or Interstitial Spaces To Nearby Tissues. It May Affect A Small Area Or Even Entire Body. The Affected Body Part Is Considered To Be Edematous. Edema Is Most Commonly Seen In The Legs, Feet, Ankles And It Can Even Affect Other Body Parts. Edema Is A Side Effect In Many Medications. The Article Presents Information On The Types, Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis And Treatment Of Edema. The Management Of Edema Requires A Systematic Approach To Screening, Diagnosis, And Treatment, With An Essential Initial Assessment To Differentiate Between Generalized And Localized Edema. The Association Of Physicians Of India (API) Aimed To Develop The First Indian Edema Consensus (Edema India), Offering Tailored Recommendations For Screening, Diagnosing, And Managing Edema Based On The Insights From The Expert Panel.