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Does Water Retention Cause Swelling In The Legs?

I have swelling in both legs, the right much worse than the left. I have taken a water pill and have had no relief. my legs, knees, and hips ache horribly daily. My doctor just tells me it s water retention and there s nothing I can do about it. Is this true?
Fri, 9 Mar 2018
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Hello,

Yes, you are right. Water retention causes swelling in legs.

The common causes of swelling in legs are:
1) Sedentary lifestyle
2) Diseases related to heart, kidney, and liver
3) Lymphedema
4) Chronic venous insufficiency
5) Thrombophlebitis and many more

So, I will suggest you review here with detailed history or consult with physician regarding medications dosage adjustment to get relief.

I will also suggest you to do color Doppler of legs after consultation. Along with that, do regular exercises, walking, and keep legs at higher level while sleeping.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Shyam B. Kale
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Does Water Retention Cause Swelling In The Legs?

Hello, Yes, you are right. Water retention causes swelling in legs. The common causes of swelling in legs are: 1) Sedentary lifestyle 2) Diseases related to heart, kidney, and liver 3) Lymphedema 4) Chronic venous insufficiency 5) Thrombophlebitis and many more So, I will suggest you review here with detailed history or consult with physician regarding medications dosage adjustment to get relief. I will also suggest you to do color Doppler of legs after consultation. Along with that, do regular exercises, walking, and keep legs at higher level while sleeping. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shyam B. Kale