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Suggest Treatment For Swelling On Leg And Peeling Skin

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Posted on Fri, 8 May 2015
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I have arthriris badly especially in my legs My legs are now badly swollen,red, and. the skin is peeling. The rest of my body is not swollen. I weigh myself every morning and my weight stays the same. Doctor was here today, examined all my vital signs Blood pressure 116/62, heart fine and normal, oxagen level perfect.
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Sudhir Kumar (26 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Investigate for deep vein thrombosis.

Detailed Answer:

Hi
Thanks for your query

I'm Dr Sudhir Kumar

I have gone through your query and understand your concern. For arthritis you can take glucosamine, it will be beneficial. For pain relief you can take analgesic such as ibuprofen. As you have only swelling of legs. So should rule out deep vein thrombosis by Venogram of legs. You can also investigate for other causes of swelling such as kidney function by blood urea test and thyroid function( T3, T4 and TSH ) . You can discuss with your doctor about it.

Hope your query get answered. If you have any clarification then I will be happy to help you.

Wishing you a good health.
Take care.
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Suggest Treatment For Swelling On Leg And Peeling Skin

Brief Answer: Investigate for deep vein thrombosis. Detailed Answer: Hi Thanks for your query I'm Dr Sudhir Kumar I have gone through your query and understand your concern. For arthritis you can take glucosamine, it will be beneficial. For pain relief you can take analgesic such as ibuprofen. As you have only swelling of legs. So should rule out deep vein thrombosis by Venogram of legs. You can also investigate for other causes of swelling such as kidney function by blood urea test and thyroid function( T3, T4 and TSH ) . You can discuss with your doctor about it. Hope your query get answered. If you have any clarification then I will be happy to help you. Wishing you a good health. Take care.