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I Have Had Swelling In Feet And Hands For A
Question: I have had swelling in feet and hands for a month now, I am tried all the time. I also have had soft stools, nausea and a few purple spots on my chest just as long. I sweat at night. My normal conditions are asthma, IBS, hypothyroidism (under control) and psoriasis with borderline animia as a post menopausal 56 year old.
Brief Answer:
More details needed to determine cause.
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear , welcome to Ask a doctor service.
I read your query and here is my advice.
The swelling of hands and feet may be caused by some conditions like heart failure, kidney disease or liver disease.
If you are suffering from any of these tell me.
Also I wanted to know if you are taking any of these drugs
Steroids
Estrogen
NSAIDs
High blood pressure medications
Thiazolidiediones used for diabetes.
These can cause edema and water retention.
Elevate legs above heart to help reduce swelling.
Diuretics may be needed (lasix).
Hope I have answered the question.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
More details needed to determine cause.
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear , welcome to Ask a doctor service.
I read your query and here is my advice.
The swelling of hands and feet may be caused by some conditions like heart failure, kidney disease or liver disease.
If you are suffering from any of these tell me.
Also I wanted to know if you are taking any of these drugs
Steroids
Estrogen
NSAIDs
High blood pressure medications
Thiazolidiediones used for diabetes.
These can cause edema and water retention.
Elevate legs above heart to help reduce swelling.
Diuretics may be needed (lasix).
Hope I have answered the question.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
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