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Swollen Feet, Ankles, Legs. Taking Methadone. Have Fibromyalgia And Spinal Arthritis. Dangerous?

hi i started methadone here a week ago im up to 50 mg but i noticed yesterday my feet and anckles are swollen and my legs.I am on a lot of other medications,I saw a doctor yesterday and he put me on a water pill and my legs and feet are slowly getting a little better.I also have pain in my lower right side of my back. am in alot of pain in the morning when i wake up and I am taking the methadone for cravings for crack cocaine as i use to be addicted to it and i also take it for chronic pain as I have fibromialigia and arthritis of the spine and achellies tendinitous. Can you tell me if im in danger at all or if i need to go to the hospital???thanks shaunna
Tue, 13 Aug 2013
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Hi friend,
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Unilateral swelling is due to a local cause...

When both sides are affected, a systemic cause is to be looked for - Heart, Lung, Kidney, Liver, Low protein, major vein (IVC) block and so on...

The treating doctor can easily suggest based on his assessment of the situation. A few investigations may be needed...

Take care     
Wishing speedy recovery
God bless
Good luck
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Swollen Feet, Ankles, Legs. Taking Methadone. Have Fibromyalgia And Spinal Arthritis. Dangerous?

Hi friend, Welcome to Health Care Magic Unilateral swelling is due to a local cause... When both sides are affected, a systemic cause is to be looked for - Heart, Lung, Kidney, Liver, Low protein, major vein (IVC) block and so on... The treating doctor can easily suggest based on his assessment of the situation. A few investigations may be needed... Take care Wishing speedy recovery God bless Good luck