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| name = Hypervolemia | |||
| image = [[File:Capillary_microcirculation.svg|250px]] | |||
| caption = Diagram of capillary microcirculation, where fluid balance is crucial | |||
| synonyms = Fluid overload, volume overload | |||
| specialty = [[Nephrology]], [[Cardiology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Edema]], [[hypertension]], [[shortness of breath]], [[jugular venous distension]] | |||
| complications = [[Heart failure]], [[pulmonary edema]], [[ascites]] | |||
| onset = Can be acute or chronic | |||
| duration = Variable, depending on underlying cause | |||
| causes = [[Congestive heart failure]], [[kidney failure]], [[liver cirrhosis]], excessive [[intravenous fluid]] administration | |||
| risks = [[Heart disease]], [[kidney disease]], [[liver disease]], excessive [[sodium]] intake | |||
| diagnosis = [[Physical examination]], [[blood test]]s, [[urinalysis]], [[chest X-ray]] | |||
| differential = [[Hypertension]], [[heart failure]], [[nephrotic syndrome]] | |||
| prevention = Monitoring fluid intake, managing underlying conditions | |||
| treatment = [[Diuretics]], fluid restriction, [[dialysis]] in severe cases | |||
| prognosis = Depends on underlying cause and treatment | |||
| frequency = Common in hospitalized patients | |||
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'''Hypervolemia''' is a medical condition characterized by an abnormal increase in the volume of blood plasma in the body. It is also known as fluid overload. This condition can occur due to various reasons, including heart failure, kidney disease, and certain medications. | '''Hypervolemia''' is a medical condition characterized by an abnormal increase in the volume of blood plasma in the body. It is also known as fluid overload. This condition can occur due to various reasons, including heart failure, kidney disease, and certain medications. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
The primary causes of [[hypervolemia]] include: | The primary causes of [[hypervolemia]] include: | ||
* [[Heart failure]]: This condition can cause the body to retain more fluid, leading to hypervolemia. | * [[Heart failure]]: This condition can cause the body to retain more fluid, leading to hypervolemia. | ||
* [[Kidney disease]]: Kidney disease can impair the body's ability to excrete excess fluid, leading to fluid overload. | * [[Kidney disease]]: Kidney disease can impair the body's ability to excrete excess fluid, leading to fluid overload. | ||
* Certain medications: Some medications, such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and certain blood pressure medications, can cause the body to retain more fluid. | * Certain medications: Some medications, such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and certain blood pressure medications, can cause the body to retain more fluid. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The symptoms of hypervolemia can vary depending on the severity of the condition. They may include: | The symptoms of hypervolemia can vary depending on the severity of the condition. They may include: | ||
* [[Shortness of breath]] | * [[Shortness of breath]] | ||
* [[Swelling]] (edema) in the legs, ankles, and feet | * [[Swelling]] (edema) in the legs, ankles, and feet | ||
* [[Weight gain]] | * [[Weight gain]] | ||
* [[High blood pressure]] | * [[High blood pressure]] | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment for hypervolemia typically involves addressing the underlying cause of the condition. This may include: | Treatment for hypervolemia typically involves addressing the underlying cause of the condition. This may include: | ||
* Medications: Diuretics can help the body get rid of excess fluid. | * Medications: Diuretics can help the body get rid of excess fluid. | ||
* Dietary changes: Reducing salt intake can help prevent fluid retention. | * Dietary changes: Reducing salt intake can help prevent fluid retention. | ||
* Dialysis: In severe cases, dialysis may be needed to remove excess fluid from the body. | * Dialysis: In severe cases, dialysis may be needed to remove excess fluid from the body. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Edema]] | * [[Edema]] | ||
* [[Heart failure]] | * [[Heart failure]] | ||
* [[Kidney disease]] | * [[Kidney disease]] | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
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[[Category:Medical conditions]] | [[Category:Medical conditions]] | ||
[[Category:Cardiology]] | [[Category:Cardiology]] | ||
[[Category:Nephrology]] | [[Category:Nephrology]] | ||
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| Hypervolemia | |
|---|---|
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| Synonyms | Fluid overload, volume overload |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | Nephrology, Cardiology |
| Symptoms | Edema, hypertension, shortness of breath, jugular venous distension |
| Complications | Heart failure, pulmonary edema, ascites |
| Onset | Can be acute or chronic |
| Duration | Variable, depending on underlying cause |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Congestive heart failure, kidney failure, liver cirrhosis, excessive intravenous fluid administration |
| Risks | Heart disease, kidney disease, liver disease, excessive sodium intake |
| Diagnosis | Physical examination, blood tests, urinalysis, chest X-ray |
| Differential diagnosis | Hypertension, heart failure, nephrotic syndrome |
| Prevention | Monitoring fluid intake, managing underlying conditions |
| Treatment | Diuretics, fluid restriction, dialysis in severe cases |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Depends on underlying cause and treatment |
| Frequency | Common in hospitalized patients |
| Deaths | N/A |
Hypervolemia is a medical condition characterized by an abnormal increase in the volume of blood plasma in the body. It is also known as fluid overload. This condition can occur due to various reasons, including heart failure, kidney disease, and certain medications.
Causes[edit]
The primary causes of hypervolemia include:
- Heart failure: This condition can cause the body to retain more fluid, leading to hypervolemia.
- Kidney disease: Kidney disease can impair the body's ability to excrete excess fluid, leading to fluid overload.
- Certain medications: Some medications, such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and certain blood pressure medications, can cause the body to retain more fluid.
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of hypervolemia can vary depending on the severity of the condition. They may include:
- Shortness of breath
- Swelling (edema) in the legs, ankles, and feet
- Weight gain
- High blood pressure
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for hypervolemia typically involves addressing the underlying cause of the condition. This may include:
- Medications: Diuretics can help the body get rid of excess fluid.
- Dietary changes: Reducing salt intake can help prevent fluid retention.
- Dialysis: In severe cases, dialysis may be needed to remove excess fluid from the body.
See also[edit]
References[edit]
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