A 32-year-old male Mexican immigrant presented with a history of worsening anasarca. The patient had initially been seen at our institution 5 months prior with generalized swelling and was started on prednisone for a nephrotic syndrome. [academic.oup.com]

Because of safety, ease of use, and the information provided, the most commonly used radiographic technique in patients presenting with renal disease is renal ultrasonography. [statpearls.com]

POEMS syndrome should be suspected in a patient presenting with peripheral neuropathy of unknown origin, refractory ascites or peripheral edema, and unexplained gynecomastia or organomegaly. [ajkd.org]

Often, if anasarca is present, it is a sign of severe organ damage or illness. Share on Pinterest Anasarca is a symptom of a condition, and may be diagnosed with a physical assessment. [medicalnewstoday.com]

• Hemoptysis

  On hospital day 6, the patient was transferred to the intensive care unit due to worsening hypoxia and respiratory failure secondary to hemoptysis. [academic.oup.com]

• Colitis

  A chest and abdominal computed tomography scan showed extensive ground-glass opacities in both lungs (Figure 1) and diffuse colitis. The patient was intubated on day 7 and a bronchoscopy was performed identifying bloody secretions. [academic.oup.com]

Home treatments The following home-care tips may also speed the treatment of your anasarca: Keep moving: Exercise can help pump excess fluid back to your heart. [healthline.com]

New advances in the diagnosis and treatment of POEMS syndrome. [ajkd.org]

Treatment includes daily hydration with emollients and short courses of topical steroid creams for the severely inflamed skin. [statpearls.com]

Antibiotic treatment was initiated for spontaneous bacterial peritonitis. On hospital day 6, the patient was transferred to the intensive care unit due to worsening hypoxia and respiratory failure secondary to hemoptysis. [academic.oup.com]

Recovery A doctor may recommend additional home treatments to speed recovery. Monitoring fluid and salt intake is important to prevent any swelling from getting worse. [medicalnewstoday.com]

Prognosis Prognosis of anasarca depends on the underlying etiology. Reversible causes may carry favorable outcomes, whereas irreversible etiologies and malignancies have a poor prognosis. [statpearls.com]

Prognosis Prognosis of anasarca depends on the underlying etiology. Reversible causes may carry favorable outcomes, whereas irreversible etiologies and malignancies have a poor prognosis. [statpearls.com]

Treating problems with the heart, lungs, kidneys, and liver early on is the best chance of preventing and controlling anasarca in many cases. [medicalnewstoday.com]

Local skin and wound care of venous ulcers is essential in preventing secondary cellulitis and dermatitis. [statpearls.com]

Following the treatment plan your doctor prescribes can help keep you healthy and prevent anasarca from reoccurring. [healthline.com]

In the following weeks, the patient developed paresthesias and progressive weakness in the upper and lower extremities, preventing ambulation. [ajkd.org]