
What Causes Swelling In Legs And Feet?

Question: Both my legs and feet are swelling and even though I started taking lassie, they have not improved.
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Brief Answer:
Lasix
Detailed Answer:
Hello and welcome,
About your legs swelling:
Lasix is a very good "water pill" that helps the body get rid of swelling. However either the dose is not high enough for your needs, or you just haven't been on Lasix long enough to get rid of the swelling. It also may not get rid of all of the swelling but it should show some improvement.
If, instead, the swelling is getting worse, it may be that whatever the underlying problem that is causing the swelling is getting worse, such as heart congestion. So for this reason, I think it is important for you to call your doctor and report this symptom.
I hope this information helps. Please let me know if I can provide further information or clarification.
Lasix
Detailed Answer:
Hello and welcome,
About your legs swelling:
Lasix is a very good "water pill" that helps the body get rid of swelling. However either the dose is not high enough for your needs, or you just haven't been on Lasix long enough to get rid of the swelling. It also may not get rid of all of the swelling but it should show some improvement.
If, instead, the swelling is getting worse, it may be that whatever the underlying problem that is causing the swelling is getting worse, such as heart congestion. So for this reason, I think it is important for you to call your doctor and report this symptom.
I hope this information helps. Please let me know if I can provide further information or clarification.
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Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

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