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What Causes Swelling In The Feet?

yes iam hoping to get an answer on why my feet have been swelling daily sometimes to the oint i can t wear shoes iam 52 yrsold 5ft 4in 190 lbs i have gained 55lbs inthe last 12 months i had a stroke also 1 yr ago
Mon, 23 Jul 2018
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

After going through your medical details I understand your concern and I would like to tell you that considering your age possibilities of developing heart failure are there. It’s recommended for you to get an ECG and Echocardiography done to evaluate underlying heart disease and consult a physician for further treatment.

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What Causes Swelling In The Feet?

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. After going through your medical details I understand your concern and I would like to tell you that considering your age possibilities of developing heart failure are there. It’s recommended for you to get an ECG and Echocardiography done to evaluate underlying heart disease and consult a physician for further treatment. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.