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What Could Cause Swollen Legs With Rashes And Dizziness, Also Have Hypertension?

hi i have swelling in both my lower legs with a rash as well. i do have hyper tension, am currently taking other hypertension medication, but have been advised not to take the diuretic adco-retic for a while now. I am also feeling dizzy. is this because i am not taking the adco retic anymore?
Thu, 9 Apr 2015
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Hi welcome to HCM.
I understand your query and concern.
Swollen legs in your case can be directly related to elevated blood pressure and right sided heart failure.I advise you to have a 2 dimensional echocardiography,ECG and lipid profile to assess the functioning of your heart.Monitor your blood pressure and heart rate regularly.Restrict the intake of salt to less than 6g/day.Regular physical exercise in the form of brisk walk for 20 min a day for 5 days.Drugs like antihypertensives ex Metolar XL 100 mg once and diuretics will help.Reduce the intake of fatty and fried foods.Fruits like pomegranate,apple,dry fruits everyday will help. Consult a Cardiologist for further expert management.
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Thank you.
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What Could Cause Swollen Legs With Rashes And Dizziness, Also Have Hypertension?

Hi welcome to HCM. I understand your query and concern. Swollen legs in your case can be directly related to elevated blood pressure and right sided heart failure.I advise you to have a 2 dimensional echocardiography,ECG and lipid profile to assess the functioning of your heart.Monitor your blood pressure and heart rate regularly.Restrict the intake of salt to less than 6g/day.Regular physical exercise in the form of brisk walk for 20 min a day for 5 days.Drugs like antihypertensives ex Metolar XL 100 mg once and diuretics will help.Reduce the intake of fatty and fried foods.Fruits like pomegranate,apple,dry fruits everyday will help. Consult a Cardiologist for further expert management. Post your further queries if any. Thank you.