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What Causes Swelling In The Feet, Calves And Hands While Having Diabetes?
Question: What causes swelling of feet,calves and hands. I am diabetic
Brief Answer:
About swelling in a diabetic patient:
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
The most common cause of the swelling in the feet in a diabetic patient is renal nephropathy or the renal damage due to high glucose level. To confirm it, you need to check the presence of albumin in urine.
I would also suggest checking the thyroid function, as an underactive thyroid may cause swelling at your age, except for diabetic nephropathy.
Hope the information will help.
Regards,
Dr. Mirjeta Guni, Endocrinologist
About swelling in a diabetic patient:
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
The most common cause of the swelling in the feet in a diabetic patient is renal nephropathy or the renal damage due to high glucose level. To confirm it, you need to check the presence of albumin in urine.
I would also suggest checking the thyroid function, as an underactive thyroid may cause swelling at your age, except for diabetic nephropathy.
Hope the information will help.
Regards,
Dr. Mirjeta Guni, Endocrinologist
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