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What Causes Pain And Swelling In The Feet Along With Dizziness?

My husband is 67 yrs of age & was prescribed blood pressure medicines, Amlodipine & Hyzaar about 12 yrs ago. He was having issues breathing after a visit to Denver in the high altitudes, lives in Louisiana. Please note: he has never been diagnosed with high blood pressure, was prescribed the 2 because of the high altitude issue he had in Denver, CO. Since then he has lost approximately 45 lbs, now experiences a few of the side effects listed on these meds for about 6 months now. Issues: leg cramps, feet swelling, dizziness, lightheaded.Could these symptoms be because of his weight loss? an he stop taking these 2 meds? For the record, he has consulted his primary regarding these issues, only to be directed to another doctor or prescribed another medication.
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Thanks for your query on HCM

"As"per your clinical history is concerned please follow like this -

1)Do a detailed clinical examination by your Doctor[cardiologist] and to confirm it do few tests like [CBC, ECG and ECHO]

2)Do take prescribed medications as per your treating Doctor's advice.

Do follow few lifestyle modifications like this -

1)Try to eat a heart-healthy diet

2)Try to Increase your physical activity

3)Try to avoid smoking

4)Try to maintain a healthy weight

5)Try to limit caffeine and alcohol

6)Reducing stress, as intense stress and anger can cause heart rhythm problems

7)Use caution to over-the-counter medications like cold and cough medications contain stimulants.

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What Causes Pain And Swelling In The Feet Along With Dizziness?

Hello, Thanks for your query on HCM As per your clinical history is concerned please follow like this - 1)Do a detailed clinical examination by your Doctor[cardiologist] and to confirm it do few tests like [CBC, ECG and ECHO] 2)Do take prescribed medications as per your treating Doctor s advice. Do follow few lifestyle modifications like this - 1)Try to eat a heart-healthy diet 2)Try to Increase your physical activity 3)Try to avoid smoking 4)Try to maintain a healthy weight 5)Try to limit caffeine and alcohol 6)Reducing stress, as intense stress and anger can cause heart rhythm problems 7)Use caution to over-the-counter medications like cold and cough medications contain stimulants. Hope that helps