Edema Treatment Services
for Midland, TX & the Surrounding Areas

Edema is swelling caused by excess fluid trapped in your body’s tissues. It is usually found in the hands, arms, feet, and ankles. It can be caused by several things including pregnancy, a side effect of a medication, or an underlying disease. The pain caused by edema in your feet can be unbearable at times, especially if you spend a lot of time on your feet. This often leads to a visit to a Podiatrist for foot pain treatment. Some edema treatment options include medication and reducing the amount of salt you eat.

Symptoms of Edema

• Swelling: You may notice swelling or puffiness of the tissue under your skin around your foot and legs.

• Stretchy Skin: The excess fluid under your skin may cause your skin to stretch and perhaps even be shiny.

• Pitting Skin: Press into your skin for several seconds. If your skin retains a dimple or pit after doing this, you may have edema.

• Pain: The swelling caused by edema can become painful for people, especially if you spend a lot of time on your feet. This makes doing daily or routine tasks much more difficult.