Exploring the Interplay between Edema and Hypertension

Did you know that there is a relationship between fluid retention and high blood pressure in your body? Fluid retention in the belly, hand, and feet is also considered a symptom of hypertension in the body. Today, we are going to unmask the relationship between edema and hypertension in this article. Explore Edema: Understanding Fluid Retention in the Body Edema is a medical condition in which the fluid in the body gets trapped and accumulates in the hand, leg, and other parts of the body. This condition occurs when there is an imbalance in the forces that regulate fluid movement between the blood vessels and the surrounding tissues. It can affect any person, but it is prevalent among pregnant and elderly individuals (65 years and above). Symptoms Of Edema: Edema can be identified by the following symptoms, which are given below: Swelling or puffiness: The common symptom that you can experience during edema is swelling or puffiness in the body part (leg, hand, etc.) Stretched or...