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From lifestyle habits to serious health issues, many factors can cause edema.

Swipe through to know the common causes and when to seek medical help.

Lifestyle Causes

✔️ Prolonged sitting/standing

✔️ High salt intake

✔️ Inactivity / sedentary habits

✔️ Obesity

✔️ Tight or ill-fitting shoes

Pregnancy & Hormones

Pregnancy – pressure from the growing uterus

Hormonal changes – menstrual cycle / hormone therapy

Medical Conditions

⚠️ Heart, kidney, or liver disease

⚠️ Deep vein thrombosis (DVT)

⚠️ Venous insufficiency

⚠️ Lymphedema

⚠️ Infection, injury, or surgery

⚠️ Side effects of certain medications

When to See a Doctor

🚨 Seek urgent care if swelling comes with:

❗ Shortness of breath / chest pain

❗ Severe headache or high BP (esp. in pregnancy)

❗ Signs of infection (pain, redness, pus, warmth)

👨‍⚕️ Persistent or severe swelling needs medical consultation!

Don’t ignore persistent or severe swelling — consult our specialists at Annai Arul Hospital for the right care.

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Ever feel like something’s crawling under your skin? 🦗 It could be formication—a condition with multiple causes. Learn what it is and how to find relief!

Signs & Symptoms

* A persistent, tingling, or crawling sensation on or under the skin.

* The feeling is often described as insects crawling, biting, or stinging.

* The sensation can be localized to one area or widespread.

* It’s a tactile hallucination, meaning there’s no physical cause on the skin itself.

Potential Causes

* Nerve Damage: Conditions like diabetic neuropathy can affect nerve endings.

* Medication Side Effects: Certain drugs, including antidepressants and opioids, can cause this sensation.

* Substance Withdrawal: Formication is a common symptom of withdrawal from alcohol or certain drugs.

* Underlying Medical Conditions: It can be associated with conditions like Parkinson’s disease, fibromyalgia, or multiple sclerosis.

* Anxiety & Stress: High levels of stress can sometimes trigger these phantom sensations.

Treatment

* Diagnose the Cause: A healthcare professional will first identify the underlying condition or trigger.

* Address the Root Problem: Treatment focuses on managing the primary cause, such as controlling blood sugar for diabetics or adjusting medication.

* Medication: Depending on the cause, doctors might prescribe medications to manage nerve pain or other symptoms.

* Therapies: Physical therapy or cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) may also be recommended to help manage symptoms.

If you’re experiencing formication, it’s a sign to seek professional medical advice.

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