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What Causes Fluid Retention During Cortical Basal Degeneration?
Hi. My mother is 84, and has been basically bedridden for several years. She is now completely immobile due to the advanced stage of her disease ( cortical basal degeneration ). She has fluid retention everywhere. Recently I noticed that both of her temples were enlarged, but when I palpated them they were firm to the touch. I ve been looking online for this but haven t yet found any explanation. Many thanks!
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Hello,
Conditions like renal failure or hypoalbuminemia must be ruled out. Other possibilities are fluid retention due to hormonal imbalances. Consult a physician and he will direct you accordingly.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
Conditions like renal failure or hypoalbuminemia must be ruled out. Other possibilities are fluid retention due to hormonal imbalances. Consult a physician and he will direct you accordingly.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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