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What To Do If Tissue Oedema Has Developed In The Leg Of A CKD Patient Undergoing Dialysis?
tissue oedema has been developed in my wife s left leg cuff. consulted doctor. he advised for droppler & x-ray of that portion to assure that there is no DVT. it was confirmed that there is no DVT. but before conducting doppler & x-ray , the doctor prescribed for tabs ENRACTIN along with PYREGESIC tab of 650 mg for 7 days. but 4 days have already left there is no improvement of the condition. what do you suggest. it is very much pertinent to mention that my wife is a CKD patient for the past 2 years and h-dialysis are being conducted thrice a week.
Thu, 30 Aug 2018
Hi,
Renal damage can cause lower limb edema generally due to low protein. As ultrasound has ruled out DVT, you can continue dialysis and the edema may improve with dialysis over the time.
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Renal damage can cause lower limb edema generally due to low protein. As ultrasound has ruled out DVT, you can continue dialysis and the edema may improve with dialysis over the time.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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