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Can Fluid Retention Cause Swelling Of Legs?

My husband of 82 years is on multiple medications for heart disease and Parkensons. His feet are very swollen ...is this because he is retaining fluids and if so what can he do to relieve this. He is under the care of several doctors but they have not offered or explained or shed any light on the cause. margaretmidea@ icloud.com
Thu, 7 Apr 2016
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hi,

thank-you for the brief history.

to reduce the retention there should be some muscular activity. it will be active or passive. A physical therapist will play a key role. Also keeping the legs elevated will be good for reducing some swelling. Use Lower limb stockings for compression effect. As due to lack of mobility in the muscular system this is happening. I wish you find a physical therapist who can take the responsibility further and help your husband to the best.

with the grace of God I wish your a speedy recovery

regards
Jay Indravadan Patel
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Can Fluid Retention Cause Swelling Of Legs?

hi, thank-you for the brief history. to reduce the retention there should be some muscular activity. it will be active or passive. A physical therapist will play a key role. Also keeping the legs elevated will be good for reducing some swelling. Use Lower limb stockings for compression effect. As due to lack of mobility in the muscular system this is happening. I wish you find a physical therapist who can take the responsibility further and help your husband to the best. with the grace of God I wish your a speedy recovery regards Jay Indravadan Patel