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Suggest Treatment For Persistant Swelling In Both Legs And Feet While Having Hypertension

i have been experiencing persistant swelling in both of my legs and feet, makes the shape distorted, some numbness in the feet and thighs does not matter if I were heels of flats. I have HTN, not diabetic,hypothyroidism, sleep apnea. have undergone quite a few diagnostic test because I often get palpitations,SOB and feeling as if I m going to pass out when standing after I eat...really does not matter what I eat.
posted on Tue, 10 Nov 2015
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have persistent swelling in both legs and feet while having hypertension . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like overweight , standing for prolonged periods of time , blood clot of the leg , venous insufficiency , organ failure like heart, liver, kidney or pericarditis . I would suggest you to consult cardiologist for proper examination . Doctor may order ECG , TMT and complete blood profile . Doctor may prescribe beta blockers , furosemide or calcium channel blockers along with blood thinners . For now lower your 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 Persistant Swelling In Both Legs And Feet While Having Hypertension

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have persistent swelling in both legs and feet while having hypertension . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like overweight , standing for prolonged periods of time , blood clot of the leg , venous insufficiency , organ failure like heart, liver, kidney or pericarditis . I would suggest you to consult cardiologist for proper examination . Doctor may order ECG , TMT and complete blood profile . Doctor may prescribe beta blockers , furosemide or calcium channel blockers along with blood thinners . For now lower your salt consumption and keep your legs elevated while lying down . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari