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What Causes Sudden Increase In Weight Of A Person?
Had lost 42 # over last year all of a sudden I put on 10# in 2 weeks. Dr upped my fluid pills to 3. went up 3 more pounds. very short of breath with very little exertion. just crossing room. last 2 nights I have had scarey pain in the back of my right leg. would also get pain I n right arm. Now again tonite especially if I sit. Is there a blockage to be concerned about. I wear support hose and have been treated for edema
Tue, 17 Nov 2015
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Increased shortness of breath can be related to the decrease in your 'fluid pills'/diuretic medication.
Fluid can be retained in the lungs causing shortness of breath.
It would be best to let your doctor know about your worsening symptoms, your medication may need to be adjusted to increase fluid loss.
If you are having pain in the leg with associated swelling then this would also need assessment as soon as possible to rule out DVT.
I hope this helps
Increased shortness of breath can be related to the decrease in your 'fluid pills'/diuretic medication.
Fluid can be retained in the lungs causing shortness of breath.
It would be best to let your doctor know about your worsening symptoms, your medication may need to be adjusted to increase fluid loss.
If you are having pain in the leg with associated swelling then this would also need assessment as soon as possible to rule out DVT.
I hope this helps
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