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Water is a critical component of the human body. Around 70% of the human body is made up of water. All body tissues, organs, and fluids, like blood and lymph, are made up of water. The regulation of water in the body is a complex mechanism and is carried out by different organs of the body. Management of water helps in maintaining the water within reasonable limits despite the amount of water taken by the person or the climatic conditions outside. Any disturbance in the regulatory mechanisms can lead to water retention in the body. When the retention of water in the body tissues or tissue cavities exceeds the desired amount, it is known as edema. Water retention can be generalized, which means that it is present in the whole body; or it can be limited to one body part, like pedal edema where water retention is seen only in the ankles. Homeopathic treatment for water retention is very beneficial. A thorough investigation in each case of water retention is a must to rule out the involvement of any major organ before the beginning of the treatment. 
In mild cases, medicines for water retention can be prescribed along with changes in diet and lifestyle. But in cases where retention is associated with disorders of major organs, treatment helps in managing the case. In such instances, treatment can be used in conjunction with conventional medicine to offer support to the patient. Medicines for water retention not only help in providing symptomatic relief but also assist in the treatment of underlying causes. Treatment for water retention is very safe since the medicines are prepared with natural substances. They have no side effects and can be used safely for all age groups.
Homeopathic Treatment for Water Retention
Some prominent medicines for water retention are Acetic acid, Apocynum, Apis Meliffica, Cardus Marianus, Digitalis, Fluoric Acid, and Terebinth. These medicines should be prescribed by individual symptoms in every given case. Homeopathy treatment for water retention should be taken under the supervision of a homeopath only, and self-medication should be avoided.
Causes and Types of Water Retention
Temporary water retention is the result of issues like the patient’s diet. Excessive intake of salt or sodium in the diet and deficiency of proteins and vitamin B complex are some causes of water retention. Another factor is the person’s lifestyle, which includes having a job that requires long periods of sitting down or standing. Water retention also occurs in bed ridden or immobile persons. Long flights may also lead to water retention. Medications like hormone replacement therapies, oral contraceptive pills, drugs for diabetes, anti inflammatory drugs, and drugs for heart disorders also cause water retention. In females, water retention commonly develops before the menstrual cycle. It is temporary and most likely due to hormonal imbalance. Water retention is also common during the last phase of pregnancy. It is due to the pressure put by the uterus on circulation and subsides after childbirth. Other medical conditions which lead to the retention of water are thyroid disorders, allergies to food, insect bites, disorders of the lymphatic system, deep vein thrombosis affecting lower limbs, congestive cardiac failure, kidney failure, and cirrhosis of the liver.
Types of Water Retention
There are two types of water retention. Cases, where depressions or pits are formed on the swollen part on exertion of pressure by the finger tips, is known as pitting type of water retention. Pitting type of water retention is seen in systemic disorders like a cardiac failure, liver failure, or kidney failure. Non-pitting edema is where no depressions form. It is a characteristic feature of water retention due to lymphatic and thyroid disorders.
Signs and Symptoms of Water Retention
Symptoms vary from mild to severe depending on the underlying cause and the organs involved. Water retention usually occurs on the feet, ankles, legs or hands. Here are some situations that lead to the retention of water.
1. Persons having a high sodium diet, sedentary lifestyle, lack of physical activity, or long flights may experience water retention in the ankles or lower limbs. This retention is temporary and subsides with a little movement or leg elevation.
2. In cases where the person has to stand for a long time, the blood from the lower limbs cannot get pumped to the heart since the valves of the veins get incompetent. It leads to dilatation of the veins of the legs or varicose veins. In such cases, there is pain and heaviness in the legs. There may be skin changes like the development of skin eruptions or ulcers.
3. In congestive cardiac failure, the retention is usually on the legs, feet, and ankles. Along with this, other symptoms like tiredness, weakness, and an increased heart rate appear.
4. Retention may be present in the lungs, or pulmonary edema, leading to a chronic cough and breathlessness.
5. In cirrhosis of the liver, the retention appears on the abdomen and legs.
6. In kidney failure, there is puffiness around the eyes and swelling on the legs.
7. In disorders of the lymphatic system, the retention, or lymphoedema, is usually localized. Swelling may be present on the affected limb.
8. Persons having hypothyroidism may experience swelling and puffiness around the eyes and face. Water retention may be present on the feet and legs.
No 5 cirrhosis of liver ,water retention in abdomen and leg and foot
My dad is 96.he has prostrate problem. There is swelling on his feet and buckling knee. Can u suggest home remedy
Hi i m 19yrs old girl I m facing water retention problem in my legs how can I get rid of it
I m female 48 yrs old..5 yrs ago I have TAH surgery,I am obese ,my legs feet ankles hands always swallowed, I m diabetic high bp high cholesterol my eyes is puffy always I drink much water but small amount of urine passes i have painfull muscles in whole body..when I lie on bed I have very bad sensations drilling pain in my feet with burning on top of feet..
After a bi-lateral inguinal hernia no mesh surgery (Desarda technique) I have a hard swelling the size of a small golf ball on my left side, I’ve read that greater water intake and heat may help. Contrarily Dr. Tomas advised me to use cold compresses on my last visit. I’m trying to use less salt in diet, and still put Arnica Gel and Cream on the area. It has been about four months since the operation. I’m going to start heat on the area. I work as a cashier four days per week and stand a lot. There are times when I feel that the size diminishes yet it is still present. I’m sure that there may be an homeopathic remedy to help, meanwhile I do eat a glutin free diet, all organic . Thank you for any advice. I am 72 years old.
My Mother age 71 years old is on Dylasis. She has breathing problem due to water retention . Specially in the midnight.
Her BP goes higher then 200 . She use to take 40mg of Nifidipine hydrochloride to control it.
can you suggest any Homeopathy medicines for this
Please suggest medicine for cardiogenic shock with acute awmi severe lv dysfunction (heart pumping and functioning) and pulmonary edema
Hello,
I have pitting edema in my lower legs for long time, I had had thyroid test, echo for heart, CMP and all other related tests were done and all were normal….I am health professional, I was taking Lasix on daily bases but I don’t take to take medication for daily basis.If I don’t take Lasix, then I will be 5-6 lb over loaded loaded……Recently, I went out of country and I met with Homeopathic doctor, who prscibed my Apis mel 2oo and Apocunum which I am taking regularly and I am seeing some good result but still I feel that I have mild pitting edema. I am eating very healthy and try to avoid salty food…..My concern is, is this medicine will resolve my problem permanently or I have to take these medicine though out life. or if there any other alternative medicine.
Thank
Aged71 I am having bp ostio arthritis .Since swelling at face legs pls suggest a good homio medicine
Thanking you sir
In my body always loss water even I difficult to writing. Please suggest the medicines.
Sorry I hung up on you. I get so many phony calls. I was in the midst of cooking and preparing meal for family.
I have aeortic regurgitation, causing the retention is in the legs, feet, and ankles. Pain is also there. Along with this, other symptoms like tiredness, weakness, and an increased heart rate appear.
What should I take to reduce the edema in my feet?
Dear Dr,
I’m 45 years old lady suffering from water retention problem. I have swelling in my whole body as hence my weight is 90 kg. A Homeopath dr. told me about the water retention problem and he gave me some medicine. Surprisingly I loosed 4 kg weight in a month. again hr sent me the medicine and I loosed more 3 kg in twenty days. But the major problem is we are in different cities and its not being possible to get medicine from him eaxh time after journey of two days. He doesn’t ant to mention the name of medicine. I HAVE GOT WT. 90 KG FROM 77 KG. within a month. L’m in problem. Could you kindly help me? I have hypothyroidism my TSH is 6.8 only before one month test.
Hello doctor I have past 6 years water retention all over in body not loseing weight past 6 years what is the for that pls help me
Abdominal water retention due to cirrhosis of liver
Hi dr,
I have obesity and my body is too heavy my legs getting swollen after my night shift I am now 95 kg I want to reduce my weight to 64kg. I have no other medical problem s. Could you please help me. Which medicine I can take please help me.
Hello sir,
I have a problem of water retention, and I have gained weight pls recommend me some homeopathic medicine for this
For root canal treatment i was given antibiotic Novamox 500 which afyer taking for 4 days caused the swelling in the feet which doesn’t seem to go even with anti allergic medicines. It subsides for a short while while sleeping but increases again.
Dr. Sharma I’m taking supplement for Meniere’s it’s not helping to much cause
I still get vertigo and nauseous my ear block ,my friend as the same problem
and he control it with water pills over the counter so I’m thinking how about
homeopathic cause my ear feel like it get to much fluid i watch my salt intake
and sweet.
Could you help?
Thank you
Please suggest medicine for cardiogenic shock with acute awmi severe lv dysfunction (heart pumping and functioning) and pulmonary edema
I would like to find a qualified homeopathic practitioner near where I live. I would like a consultation on water retention in the legs and ankles. How can I find a qualified practitioner in South wiltshire/North Dorset. My postal code is BA12 6FJ. Thanks.
Dr Sharma. I’m a kydney dialasis patient from Kuala Lumpur , Malaysia. I have been doing dialasis for 4 months 3 times weekly. My concern is water retention. Can u suggest homeopathy medicines . I cannot stand the heaviness in my limbs due to water retention. Thank you
Fahruddin
Dr. during few days my legs are swelling mostly the right foot .plz advise medecine
Dr I have swelling in feet soles under the fingers more in left foot which is paining also. Kindly suggest some treatment. ThanxMy age is77Years