Are Edema In The Lower Extremities And Severe Fatigue Due To Dehydration?

Posted on Sat, 13 Jan 2018

Medically reviewed by Ask A Doctor - 24x7 Medical Review Team

Sat, 13 Jan 2018 Answered on

Thu, 4 Jul 2024 Last reviewed on

Question : 61 years old recent thyroid removal. lower ext edema some discoloration very dry skin with two blisters seeping...severe fatique sleep in an instant but cannot sleep all night. some confustion slow memory and some vision changes noted. Is it dehydration

Answered by Dr. Neeraj Kumar (32 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Get back with reports

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I have gone through your question and understand your situation.
There can be possibility of hypothyroidism.
You should get examined by treating endocrinologist and get a thyroid profile repeated.
Vitamin B12, Vitamin D 3 and blood sugar should also be checked.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Do get back to me for further information.
Regards
Dr N Kumar
Neurologist

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Yogesh D