In a message dated 5/22/2006 11:48:02 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time,  
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Once the  epidural has worn off, the blood vessel tone =
increases, forcing the extra  intravascular fluid out into the "third =
space."  This is the root of  the edema that occurs in normo-tensive =
patients.

Dear Friends:
    Thank you Jane Kershaw for an answer that explains  why edema increases 
after delivery.
    warmly,

 
Nikki Lee RN, MS, Mother of 2, IBCLC, RLC, CCE
craniosacral  therapy practitioner
Faculty, Lactation Division Maternal-Infant Program,  Union Institute
Film Reviews Editor,  JHL
www.breastfeedingalwaysbest.com

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