Question 1

how can lower legs edema caused by cardiac issue be treated? how long the edema/ swelling will goes away? and, how to reassure that it is not dvt?

Accepted Answer

Leg elevation,: sodium and fluid restriction, diuretic meds, and inotropic meds.  Usually takes some time for it to go away, few days to weeks, even if optimally treated.  DVT is usually unilateral and painful/tender.  If edema is bilateral, occurs spontaneously in a patient with heart failure, and is not painful/tender, it is most likely not DVT.  Ask your doctor for details.

Question 2

had cardiac cough. dr prescribed lasix (furosemide). went away for 6 mo. now back. too much sodium? have idiopathic dcm and have bi vent.  last ef 38%. no swelling

Accepted Answer

Maybe : Would expect you to have swelling of legs. If no swelling, cough maybe a cough that is not related to fluid build up irritating your lung.

Question 3

i have had pain and swelling in both ankles for over a year. i have had cardiac workup, pulmonary work up, mri both feet & back epidural steroid injec?

Accepted Answer

Pain, swelling, ank: It reads that you have had evaluation to exclude heart failure, and some other causes like back referred or radicular pain, but if your ankles are swollen, did they appear swollen on MRI of feet?  You could have joint arthritis, possibly a neuropathy that makes them feel swollen but not appear that way.

Question 4

upper back tooth extracted monday. having sinus pressure/swelling. is there anything other then sudafed to relieve extraction related sinus issues since i am concerned with cardiac effects of sudafed?

Accepted Answer

Tooth extraction : Check with your dentist or your doctor to make sure you dont have an infection as a result of your extraction.

Question 5

i have been having tingling and hands and legs, dizziness, light headed, migraines, weight gain swelling in my legs and arms. cardiac patient also ...

Accepted Answer

Med SIde Effect?: Cardiac meds can cause many different side effects 
Sounds like you need to get to your Cardiologist/ urgent care ASAP!
Could be something simple like a medication adjustment or something more complicated like tje beginnings of  heart failure! Since I don't know all the particulars you really need to see your doc following you.

Question 6

how long is it normal to experience pain at a coronary angiogram groin access site? i had an angio a week ago sealed with angioseal but the access site is still stiff and tender. there is no new bruising, swelling, redness, heat or discharge?

Accepted Answer

Less than 1 week: Usually pain resolves less than 1 week. Occasionally you can get femoral neuralgia syndrome that radiates down the medial aspect of thigh. That can take a while to resolve. Let your cardiologist know. He may want to get an ultrasound of the site.

Question 7

could cardiac pain ever cause the fingers on the left hand to swell up, stiffen, turn blotchy and cold? or does that indicate compressed nerves/blood vessels?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: More likely due to nerve or vascular changes in the arm, especially in one so young.  Sometimes beta-blockers can produce similar symptoms.

Question 8

i have had intermittent pitting edema for 2 months. cardiac, kidney, liver, thyroid all normal. when legs swell i get pulling pain inside thigh/foot leg cramps. history of vericose vein ablation 20 years ago. would diuretics help. 62/female?

Accepted Answer

: The edema is likely due to venous insufficiency. Elevating the legs at any and all opportunities may help. Diuretic is not indicated. Compression stocking may help in preventing fluid accumulation in the legs.
Visit this site for information on this topic: https://medlineplus.gov/ency/patientinstructions/000597.htm

Question 9

left lympnoid swelling be from espestice exposure?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: Asbestos usually dies not cause acute symptoms. Breathing or eating for a while can cause disease.
With a three year old get good pediatric and or ENT exam.
Many more common causes exist.

Question 10

would it be unhealthy to have swelling by the area of a shot?

Accepted Answer

Can happen: It is not uncommon to have localized reactions to a vaccine.

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How can lower legs edema caused by cardiac issue be treated? how long the edema/ swelling will goes away? and, how to reassure that it is not dvt?

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Had cardiac cough. dr prescribed lasix (furosemide). went away for 6 mo. now back. too much sodium? have idiopathic dcm and have bi vent. last ef 38%. no swelling

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I have had pain and swelling in both ankles for over a year. i have had cardiac workup, pulmonary work up, mri both feet & back epidural steroid injec?

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Upper back tooth extracted monday. having sinus pressure/swelling. is there anything other then sudafed to relieve extraction related sinus issues since i am concerned with cardiac effects of sudafed?

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I have been having tingling and hands and legs, dizziness, light headed, migraines, weight gain swelling in my legs and arms. cardiac patient also ...

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How long is it normal to experience pain at a coronary angiogram groin access site? i had an angio a week ago sealed with angioseal but the access site is still stiff and tender. there is no new bruising, swelling, redness, heat or discharge?

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Could cardiac pain ever cause the fingers on the left hand to swell up, stiffen, turn blotchy and cold? or does that indicate compressed nerves/blood vessels?

A member asked:

I have had intermittent pitting edema for 2 months. cardiac, kidney, liver, thyroid all normal. when legs swell i get pulling pain inside thigh/foot leg cramps. history of vericose vein ablation 20 years ago. would diuretics help. 62/female?

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Left lympnoid swelling be from espestice exposure?

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Would it be unhealthy to have swelling by the area of a shot?

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