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What Causes Swelling In The Feet, Ankle And Legs?
I have swollen feet, ankles and lower legs. In the last year and a half I had both knees partially replaced , I m diabetic type 2 that uses insulin. I spend my days lately crocheting and watching TV. Why are my feet swollen? When over night my feet will be a little less swollen but still tight. WHat do I need to do? Or look for with my health?
Thu, 11 Aug 2016
hi..you need to evaluate 2 things
1. cardiac function
2. kidney function
there are many causes but this 2 are more common causes.
so do have physician examination with CBC, RFT, LFT , URINE R&M and CARDIAC - ECHO.
1. cardiac function
2. kidney function
there are many causes but this 2 are more common causes.
so do have physician examination with CBC, RFT, LFT , URINE R&M and CARDIAC - ECHO.
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