Edema, idiopathicR60.1
Synonym(s)
cyclic idiopathic edema; Edema cyclic idiopathic; Fluid retention syndrome
DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.
Episodic swelling of the hands, feet, breasts, abdomen and face with weight gain > 2 kg during the day, independent of the menstrual cycle. Favouring factors are overweight, hot weather, prolonged standing and long flights.
EtiopathogenesisThis section has been translated automatically.
Not clear.
ManifestationThis section has been translated automatically.
Occurs mainly in women after puberty. Manifestation peak: 3rd - 4th decade of life.
DiagnosisThis section has been translated automatically.
Exclusion of other causes of oedema (see below oedema).
TherapyThis section has been translated automatically.
Exclusion diagnosis! Compression therapy if necessary.
LiteratureThis section has been translated automatically.
- Corazza M et al (2003) Acute idiopathic scrotal edema in children. Dermatology 206: 343-344
- Moebius UM et al (1992) For the treatment of idiopathic edema. Medication telegram 11/92: 110
- Parslew R et al (2000) Warfarin treatment of chronic idiopathic urticaria and angio-oedema. Clin Exp Allergy 30: 1161-1165