Is edema associated with a heart attack?
Interestingly, yes, edema has been shown to affect heart attack victims. During a heart attack, your heart sends a signal to the arteries. This signal is important as it promotes the growth of new blood vessels. However, it can also be detrimental. The signal also results in the arteries becoming more permeable. Liquid can leak through the blood vessel walls and cause edema. The problem with this form of edema is that it continues to kill heart tissue even after blood flow is restored following the onset of the heart attack. [top] I thought that edema only affected the limbs, primarily in the lower body? Absolutely not; any part of the body can develop edema. Swelling may be localized in the face, neck, arms, fingers, and like you’ve mentioned, may even involve the legs and ankles. There is even the potential for one to develop edema of the cornea in the eye (Corneal Stroma). [top] Is diet and nutrition really that important for eliminating edema? Dietary and lifestyle modifications ar
