10 Pulmonary Edema Symptoms
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
Symptom #8: Rapid Weight Gain
A rapid weight gain when not intended, or when it occurs over a very short period of time should worry you. One of the things that could lead to rapid weight gain is pulmonary edema, specifically cardiogenic pulmonary edema. Any heart problem, especially heart failure, will lead to rapid fluid accumulation, especially in the lower extremities.
When this rapid weight gain of 2-3 kilos in less than a week is accompanied by other signs and symptoms such as difficulties breathing, cough, or heart palpitations then you should seek immediate medical help. A chronic pulmonary edema can easily turn into an acute pulmonary edema, which is a life-threatening condition, often leading to death when not diagnosed and treated on time.
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