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Suggest Treatment For Swollen Leg, Chest Pain And Breathing Problem

Hello Doctor, This is Saravanakumar from Bangalore. My uncle aged 63 years is suffering from multiple problems like, legs are swealling for the past three months, having thyroid problem as diagnosed early. Last two days he developed breathing problem and his stomach is bulgy and have chest pain around the lungs. Could you please suggest your advice? we are coming to visit the St.Johns hospital tomorrow. Can we get the appointment with the specialist doctor tomorrow? Thank you
Fri, 3 Nov 2017
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Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.
I can understand your concern.
By your history and description, possibility of congestive heart failure (CHF) is more likely in your uncle 's case.
Swelling in feet, enlargement of abdomen (ascites) and breathing difficulty are characteristic symptoms of CHF.
And CHF is common in patients with thyroid disease.
So better to consult cardiologist and get done blood pressure monitoring, ecg, 2d echo and coronary angiography.
He may need diuretics and other cardiac supportive drugs.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wishing good health to your uncle. Thanks.
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Suggest Treatment For Swollen Leg, Chest Pain And Breathing Problem

Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. By your history and description, possibility of congestive heart failure (CHF) is more likely in your uncle s case. Swelling in feet, enlargement of abdomen (ascites) and breathing difficulty are characteristic symptoms of CHF. And CHF is common in patients with thyroid disease. So better to consult cardiologist and get done blood pressure monitoring, ecg, 2d echo and coronary angiography. He may need diuretics and other cardiac supportive drugs. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wishing good health to your uncle. Thanks.