Prevention
Depending on the cause of pulmonary edema, some steps can be taken as
preventive measures. Long-term prevention of heart disease and heart attacks,
slow elevation to high altitudes, or avoidance of drug overdose can be
considered preventive.
On the other hand, some causes may not completely avoidable or
preventable, such as ARDS due to an overwhelming infection or a trauma.
Other measures include:
- Control your blood pressure.
- Watch your blood cholesterol
- Don't smoke.
- Stop smoking
- Eat healthy diet
- Limit salt in food
- Exercise regularly.
- Manage stress
- Maintain a healthy weight
Prognosis
The outlook depends on the cause. The condition may get better quickly or
slowly. Some people may need to use a breathing machine for a long time. If not
treated, this condition can be life threatening.
