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login create account * Elderly * Author * Privacy Policy * Cookie agreement Wednesday, 27 April 2022, 3:42:58 pm ELDERLYCARE Good for the elderly Toggle navigation * * Elderly * Author * Privacy Policy * Cookie agreement What To Do With Elderly Parents For Christmas? SWOLLEN WEEPING LEGS IN THE ELDERLY * Home * Elderly * Swollen weeping legs in the elderly SWOLLEN WEEPING LEGS IN THE ELDERLY Alice Sparrow 0 Elderly Swollen legs may occur for a myriad of reasons. The more important causes in the elderly includes: Venous insufficiency where the leg veins are compromised and the blood from the legs cannot return to the heart efficiently. It is due to conditions like varicose veins where the valves in the veins are inadequate and the veins bulge. IS WEEPING EDEMA SERIOUS? Extreme swelling , often in the feet, ankles and legs, can lead to skin ulcers (wounds), weeping edema and dangerous skin infections like cellulitis. Family caregivers who suspect edema should address the concern immediately with a physician. WHY ARE MY LEGS SWOLLEN AND LEAKING FLUID? Edema occurs when tiny blood vessels in your body (capillaries) leak fluid . The fluid builds up in surrounding tissues, leading to swelling . Mild cases of edema may result from: Sitting or staying in one position for too long. HOW DO YOU TREAT WEEPING EDEMA IN LEGS? Lifestyle and home remedies Movement. Moving and using the muscles in the part of your body affected by edema , especially your legs , may help pump the excess fluid back toward your heart. Elevation. Massage. Compression. Protection. Reduce salt intake. ARE WEEPING LEGS A SIGN OF HEART FAILURE? Right side failure causes fluid to back up in the veins and capillaries in your body. This backup can cause pressure on the capillaries and fluid seeps out into the tissue causing swelling and even “ weeping ” of tissue, especially in the legs and feet. You can experience both types of heart failure at the same time. You might be interested: What Is Best For Treating Anger In Elderly? WILL DRINKING MORE WATER HELP WITH EDEMA? 1. Drink 8 to 10 glasses of water per day. Though it might seem counterintuitive, getting enough fluids actually helps reduce swelling . When your body isn’t hydrated enough, it holds onto the fluid it does have. IS EDEMA IN THE LEGS LIFE THREATENING? Some edema can be expected, such as swollen ankles when you’re pregnant or a traumatic ankle sprain; but edema can be caused by life – threatening conditions, such as heart disease or kidney failure. WHAT DOES IT MEAN WHEN YOUR LEGS LEAK FLUID? Medications, pregnancy, infections, and many other medical problems can cause edema. Edema happens when your small blood vessels leak fluid into nearby tissues. That extra fluid builds up, which makes the tissue swell. It can happen almost anywhere in the body. CAN WEEPING LEGS BE CURED? When treating excessive lower extremity drainage due to edema , complete decongestive therapy can go a long way to resolve a “ weepy leg .” The management of excessive lower extremity drainage is often difficult. WHAT HAPPENS IF EDEMA IS LEFT UNTREATED? Edema left untreated can cause skin stretching to a point of pruritus and discomfort accompanied by painful swelling, stiffness, and difficulty walking. Swollen areas are at increased risk of skin ulcers and infection. WHAT IS WEEPING EDEMA IN LEGS? Sometimes, swelling is so extreme that a person has difficulty moving. Swelling can become so severe that fluid will leak out directly from the skin. This is known as weeping edema . Pitting edema may also develop. HOW DO I GET RID OF FLUID IN MY LEGS AND FEET? Home Care Put your legs on pillows to raise them above your heart while lying down. Exercise your legs . Follow a low-salt diet, which may reduce fluid buildup and swelling. Wear support stockings (sold at most drugstores and medical supply stores). When traveling, take breaks often to stand up and move around. You might be interested: How To Make Elderly Swallow? WHEN SHOULD I BE CONCERNED ABOUT EDEMA? Seek medical care right away if your legs swell for no apparent reason, especially if you have unexplained leg pain, difficulty breathing, chest pain or other warning signs of a blood clot in your lungs or a heart condition. Many factors — varying greatly in severity — can cause leg swelling . WHAT ARE THE 4 SIGNS YOUR HEART IS QUIETLY FAILING? Heart failure signs and symptoms may include: Shortness of breath ( dyspnea ) when you exert yourself or when you lie down. Fatigue and weakness . Swelling ( edema ) in your legs, ankles and feet. Rapid or irregular heartbeat. Reduced ability to exercise. Persistent cough or wheezing with white or pink blood-tinged phlegm. WHAT ARE THE SIGNS OF END STAGE CONGESTIVE HEART FAILURE? The symptoms of end-stage congestive heart failure include dyspnea , chronic cough or wheezing, edema , nausea or lack of appetite , a high heart rate, and confusion or impaired thinking. Learn about the hospice eligibility requirements for end-stage heart failure. WHAT ARE THE 4 STAGES OF CONGESTIVE HEART FAILURE? There are four stages of heart failure (Stage A, B, C and D). The stages range from “high risk of developing heart failure” to “advanced heart failure,” and provide treatment plans. 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