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What Causes Swollen Abdomen, Ankles, Hands, Weight Gain And Fatigue?
Question: I have a swollen abdomen which is making it hard to breathe sometimes, swollen ankles, swollen hands, weight gain and I am tired all the time, I have always had problems with constipation too. I already have Diabetes Type 1 for 43 years and Heart Disease with a double cabbage done in 18 years ago, could this be the beginning or the end of CHF?
Brief Answer:
Can be caused by thyroid disorders
Detailed Answer:
Dear Mrs,
I would advise you to have thyroid tests done, such symptoms are common for thyroid problems.
If they come back normal, then check kidney function.
Take care
Can be caused by thyroid disorders
Detailed Answer:
Dear Mrs,
I would advise you to have thyroid tests done, such symptoms are common for thyroid problems.
If they come back normal, then check kidney function.
Take care
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
Thank you, forgot about that one problem, since my kidney function is great. Have a beautiful day/night where ever you are. XXXX
Brief Answer:
Thank you
Detailed Answer:
Than only thyroid check
Wishing you good health dear XXXXXXX
Thank you
Detailed Answer:
Than only thyroid check
Wishing you good health dear XXXXXXX
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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