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Suggest Treatment For Swollen Ankle And Feet

I have swollen ankle and feet. I have had this problem for a long time (approximately10 years or longer). I went to the doctor, and he gave me fluid pills. These fluid pills do not work. I went back and he gave me another kind (Lasix-40mg). Again, these doesn t work. My feet do not hurt, they just swells. I went back 1-month ago, he told me to continue to take them and evaluate my feet. I do not eat any or little sea salt , I also watch the sodium in my food. I thank God, they do not hurt. I drink green tea, and eat healthy. I can not wear a dress or short because of my swollen ankle and feet. I am 69 years old and exercise 5 days out of the week. I do not know what else to do. Any suggestion: Liz
Thu, 2 Apr 2015
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Orthopaedic Surgeon, Joint Replacement 's  Response
hello,
Swelling in feet can be due to lymphadema. I would suggest you to get following tests.
1.Doppler of the feet
2.Serum electrolites
3.BUN , Creatinine and plasma protein level
If you see there is any abnormality of these tests than you can discuss with your physcian and follow his advise.
I hpe these steps will be helpful for you. Let me know if there is any other followup questions.
thanks
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Suggest Treatment For Swollen Ankle And Feet

hello, Swelling in feet can be due to lymphadema. I would suggest you to get following tests. 1.Doppler of the feet 2.Serum electrolites 3.BUN , Creatinine and plasma protein level If you see there is any abnormality of these tests than you can discuss with your physcian and follow his advise. I hpe these steps will be helpful for you. Let me know if there is any other followup questions. thanks