1. Heart issues – congestive heart failure can lead to fluid buildup
2.
Kidney problems – reduced filtration causes fluid retention
3.
Liver conditions – low protein levels or liver dysfunction
4. Low protein levels (hypoalbuminemia) – from poor nutrition or liver/kidney disease
5. Chronic venous insufficiency – veins not effectively returning blood to the heart
6.
Thyroid disorders
Advised Tests:
Kidney function test (KFT)
Liver function test (
LFT)
Echocardiogram / ECG
Thyroid profile
Serum
albumin,
electrolytes, and urine test
Next Steps
Refer to an Internal Medicine specialist