it’s better to identify the cause before assuming compression is the solution.
Don’t Automatically Take a “
Water Pill”
Diuretics—often called water pills—can be medically useful for certain causes of fluid retention.
But they’re prescription treatments in many situations and aren’t a universal solution for swollen legs.
Treatment should target why the edema is happening, not simply the visible swelling. Mayo Clinic specifically notes that when a disease causes edema, the underlying disease needs treatment.
The same caution applies to supplements and “detox” drinks.
No tea, vitamin, or home remedy can
