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What Causes Swollen Legs And Chest Congestion After Excessive Alcohol Consumption?

My husband is having a problem with retaining fluid, especially in his legs. He is 66 years old . He is a heavy drinker who just quit drinking about 3 weeks ago. I am concerned because he has also developed a chest cold and is having problems getting rid of the phlegm in his chest. He has been drinking a lot of water and taking vitamins. I am concerned that his body is not recovering from the quitting of the alcohol. He has gone on the wagon in the past and usually after a few weeks he seems fine but not this time.
Mon, 21 Jan 2019
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Pathologist and Microbiologist,  's  Response
Hello,

Swelling in legs can be caused due to cardiovascular or renal disease.

I suggest you consult a cardiologist for swelling in legs. Inability to clear sputum from chest also needs to be addressed simultaneously. I suggest you consult a pulmonologist also at the same time.

Decongestants and bronchodilators may be required to get rid of the sputum. Antibiotics may also be required if there is a concurrent infection.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Shailja Puri,
Pathologist and Microbiologist
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What Causes Swollen Legs And Chest Congestion After Excessive Alcohol Consumption?

Hello, Swelling in legs can be caused due to cardiovascular or renal disease. I suggest you consult a cardiologist for swelling in legs. Inability to clear sputum from chest also needs to be addressed simultaneously. I suggest you consult a pulmonologist also at the same time. Decongestants and bronchodilators may be required to get rid of the sputum. Antibiotics may also be required if there is a concurrent infection. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shailja Puri, Pathologist and Microbiologist