Pedrinelli et al. [18] evaluated edema formation in three groups of patients receiving one of the following drug regimens: monotherapy with the DHP CCB amlodipine 5 mg/d for 2 weeks, which was ...

Weight gain was 1 lb per week from 17 to 29 weeks. At the 35-week visit, pedal edema was more remarkable with +2 pitting and a 4-lb weight gain in 2 weeks. Her blood pressure was100/68 with ...

Pedal edema is caused mainly due to retention of fluid leaked from the damaged tiny blood vessels or capillaries. The commonly observed symptom is swelling. Diagnosis involves review of medical ...