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Suggest Alternative Medication For Fluid Retention In Legs

my legs are swollen. how to get rid of water in legs? Currently taking following prescription medications. IC FUROSEMIDE 80mg TABLET TWICE A DAY. IC METOLAZONE 2.5 MG ONE TABLET MONDAY, ONE TABLET FRIDAY. I m not able to pay your fee. YYYY@YYYY
Tue, 2 Jan 2018
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Collection of water or oedema in medical terms has to be explored for causes,as it's a process of underlying disease process usually and if it's in significant swelling.
Usual causes are kidney,liver or heart malfunctions so a consultation with a general physician must be sought.urine,blood,kidney,liver function tests,serum sodium,potassium levels need to be evaluated
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Suggest Alternative Medication For Fluid Retention In Legs

Hi Collection of water or oedema in medical terms has to be explored for causes,as it s a process of underlying disease process usually and if it s in significant swelling. Usual causes are kidney,liver or heart malfunctions so a consultation with a general physician must be sought.urine,blood,kidney,liver function tests,serum sodium,potassium levels need to be evaluated