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I am on coveram for high blood pressure; has been for about five months. I have swelling in my legs/foot now. Doctor says my heart muscle was damaged because he sees a substance in my blood which indicates this. He says my heart is not pumping like it should. This is causing me to have a bulid up of fluid in my leg/foot...above and below my ankle. What should I do ?
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have fluid build up in legs/feet . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like acute kidney failure , cardiomyopathy , deep vein thrombosis , heart failure , hormone therapy , lymphedema or nephrotic syndrome . I would suggest you to consult general practitioner for proper examination . Doctor may order certain test like ECG , kidney function test along with take history . Doctor may refer you to nephrologist for kidney problem or cardiologist for heart problem . Doctor may prescribe diuretics , betablockers along with anti inflammatory . For now lower salt consumption and keep your legs elevated while lying down .
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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Suggest Treatment For Fluid Build Up In Legs/feet
Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have fluid build up in legs/feet . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like acute kidney failure , cardiomyopathy , deep vein thrombosis , heart failure , hormone therapy , lymphedema or nephrotic syndrome . I would suggest you to consult general practitioner for proper examination . Doctor may order certain test like ECG , kidney function test along with take history . Doctor may refer you to nephrologist for kidney problem or cardiologist for heart problem . Doctor may prescribe diuretics , betablockers along with anti inflammatory . For now lower salt consumption and keep your legs elevated while lying down . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari