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Revision as of 12:50, 9 July 2016
Background
- Commonly seen in travelers just arriving from a colder climate[1]
Clinical Features
- Self-limited, mild edema of feet, ankles, and hands[2]
- Appears within first few days of exposure to a hot environment
Differential Diagnosis
Environmental heat diagnoses
Diagnosis
- Clinical diagnosis
Management
- Elevation of legs
- Use of support hose
- Diuretics are contraindicated
Disposition
- Outpatient
- Resolves spontaneously in days to weeks