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I Have Edema In My Lower Legs Due To Obesity And It Become Dark And Scaley. How Can I Remove It ?

I have edema in my lower legs due to obesity . They have become dark, hard and scaley with a built up of a oily dirty film. How can I removve the buildup and smooth my legs? my legs are hard and scaley from edema. How can I make them smooth and remove the build up of oil and dirt.thanks, want to wear shorts again
posted on Sat, 9 Apr 2011
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General Surgeon,  's  Response
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you should consult surgeon/physician

most probably you are having lymphatic oedema

get yourself checked up and a proper diagnosis is pre requisite for treatment
you should go for thyroid function tests also
you can body lotion like vaseline lotion

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Homeopath,  Dr. Anshita Singh Rathore's  Response
Hi
Welcome to Healthcare Magic Forum

Oedema is seen in a lot of illness, first a diagnosis has to be made , only then a treatment can be suggested.

Please mention your ht, wt and any other present or past illness you may/have had.

Oedema does cause skin changes when it is present for a long time, for which homepathy is very effective, once the condition is properly diagnosed, you can start with homeopathy for the same.
Takecare

For further enquires- dranshita.rathore@yahoo.co.in
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I Have Edema In My Lower Legs Due To Obesity And It Become Dark And Scaley. How Can I Remove It ?

welcome to healthcaremagic you should consult surgeon/physician most probably you are having lymphatic oedema get yourself checked up and a proper diagnosis is pre requisite for treatment you should go for thyroid function tests also you can body lotion like vaseline lotion