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How Can Water Retention And Swelling In The Legs Be Treated?
Hi My husband has been retaining water and his legs and feet are swollen, for two days he has had redness and itching on the shin area of his legs. I think it s a reaction to the Abilify he started about two weeks ago, I know that can cause water retejmms19ntion but the redness and itching I m not sure of?
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Hello! Welcome to HealthcareMagic!
Sometimes diseases that affect the entire body, such as heart disease and kidney or liver failure, can result in excess fluid buildup (edema) that is often concentrated in the legs and feet, leading to swelling not only of the ankles but also of the feet and lower legs, also diabetes can be a reason.
Take care
Regards,
Dr. Manjunath, General & Family Physician
Sometimes diseases that affect the entire body, such as heart disease and kidney or liver failure, can result in excess fluid buildup (edema) that is often concentrated in the legs and feet, leading to swelling not only of the ankles but also of the feet and lower legs, also diabetes can be a reason.
Take care
Regards,
Dr. Manjunath, General & Family Physician
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