The Realistic Caregiver's Weekly Roundup! February 26 – March 4, 2026 (Edema Causes & Treatment And Traumatic Injury Caregiving)

This week's roundup focuses on #edema. My husband was recently diagnosed with CVI (chronic venous insufficiency) and ended up in the hospital w/ a bacterial infection.

Don't let this happen to you! Be aware of the signs to stay ahead of the game.

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#Tip: Fluid build-up in the legs, known as peripheral #edema, can be dangerous for your loved one. Look out for:

• Swollen, stretched, or shiny #skin

• "Pitting" edema (indentation left after pressing the skin)

• Heaviness, aching, or #pain in the #legs

• Tightness in shoes or clothes