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Fluid In Upper Thigh And Above Belt Line. Amputee, Diabetic, Heart, Cellulitis. Suggestion?
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I have fluid in my right upper thigh to my to just above the knee. I also now have fluid at the belt line on my right side of my body. Goes from my belly-button around halfway to my spine. Not to painful, just weird having it there. Feels like edema. My weight is around 350#. In a wheelchair since the last seven year. I am also a L/BK (67) amputee, diabetic with heart condition and PTSD, and several other conditions. Been subject to Agent Orange spray in late 60's. Also in the last 3 years I have been in the hospital with cellulitis about 20 times. The cellulitis is painful. Got any thoughts on this issue with the fluid in my leg and right side?
I have fluid in my right upper thigh to my to just above the knee. I also now have fluid at the belt line on my right side of my body. Goes from my belly-button around halfway to my spine. Not to painful, just weird having it there. Feels like edema. My weight is around 350#. In a wheelchair since the last seven year. I am also a L/BK (67) amputee, diabetic with heart condition and PTSD, and several other conditions. Been subject to Agent Orange spray in late 60's. Also in the last 3 years I have been in the hospital with cellulitis about 20 times. The cellulitis is painful. Got any thoughts on this issue with the fluid in my leg and right side?
Wed, 31 Jul 2013
Hi, it appears to be the oedema due to the hypoprotinaemia, anemia, hypovitaminosis B, or renal failure.
I advise you to consult a physician for diagnosis and treatment.
I to my patient with such symptoms prescribe diuretic in low dose, bcomplex for temporary relief. Thank you.
I advise you to consult a physician for diagnosis and treatment.
I to my patient with such symptoms prescribe diuretic in low dose, bcomplex for temporary relief. Thank you.
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