Causes include the body's reaction to hot weather, a high salt intake, and the hormones associated with the menstrual cycle
Also known as fluid retention (or edema), this problem can have a variety of causes, including: A high-sodium or high-carb diet
After lying down for a while, the skin around the eyes may look puffy and swollen
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Serious side effects FAQs Specifics Precautions Talk with your doctor NOT USED FOR COVID-19 Hydroxychloroquine, the active drug in Plaquenil, is not
If you have a gastrointestinal (GI) condition, such as ulcerative colitis (UC) , Plaquenil may worsen
Most people will retain 8 to 15 pounds of excess fluid before they see leg and belly swelling
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Nearly all types of antipsychotic medications—such as olanzapine, clozapine, and risperidone—cause weight gain, according to 2017 research published in the journal
It can cause swelling and discomfort; in some cases, it may be a
35%) have water retention
In severe cases, oedema can also collect in the lungs causing shortness of breath
Plaquenil can cause certain side effects, some of which are more common than others
Children—Dose is based on body weight and must be determined by your doctor
Do not use NSAIDs such as diclofenac between 20 and 30 weeks gestation without your doctor's advice because this may cause kidney problems and low amniotic fluid volumes in the newborn
Fluid retention (oedema) occurs when fluid isn't removed from the body tissues, including the skin
So, why does hypothyroidism cause fluid retention? It's a complicated process involving the slowdown of metabolism, water and salt balance disruption, and the body's struggle to maintain fluid balance due to lowered albumin levels
For more information, you can refer to hydroxychloroquine’s prescribing information
uncontrolled twisting movements of the neck, trunk, arms, or legs
Fluid retention is found, especially among people who are female, 50-59 old, have been taking the drug for < 1 month, also take Celebrex and have Depression
Wearing compression garments and raising the affected arm or leg higher than the heart helps
It is also used to prevent malaria infection in areas or regions where there is no known medicine (eg, chloroquine) resistance