Question 1

my friend suffers from kidney disease & face has swollen tremendously due to her meds , i believe. is there anything she can take to reduce swelling?

Accepted Answer

Nephrologist: Your firiend must see a nephrologist to figure out the reason for swelling of the face. It could be due to meds or kidney problem.

Question 2

supposedly the doctor said i have kidney failure what are the symptoms i am 31 yrs old and everyday for the past week my hand s ar e swollen?

Accepted Answer

Check with your doc: You are young.

Check with your doc asap.

Swelling is a bad sign.

Question 3

drinking h20 lil but more 4 mild kidney failure woke up w +2 pitt  edema in legs and hands swollen and feel real tired what is this ! ?

Accepted Answer

Kidney failure: you need to see a doctor asap and have blood and urine tests. could be worsening kidney failure.

Question 4

legs have been swollen for two weeks i have dibeates and hypertension i was recently dignoised with chronic kidney failure. for the past two weeks my legs and ankles have been swollen really bad, after i soak them or get up from laying down they burn but

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I : I think you might have two problems here.  Chronic renal failure (kidney disease) is well-known to cause fluid retention, and thus, swelling in the legs and feet (gravity brings the fluid down there).  While there certainly is a neuropathy associated with kidney disease, it's much more prevalent in diabetes, especially if your diabetes is not well controlled.  What might relate the two symptoms you're having is this: hydrostatic pressure on the small nerves from the swelling may be making any minor neuropathy feel worse than it is.

I don't think you're dealing with an "emergency" situation, but you most definitely should call your doctor today and let him or her know what's going on.  I would not advise soaking them, since warmth will tend to dilate your blood vessels and make the swelling worse.

I hope this helps.

Question 5

does swollen left foot guarantee something like heart failure, liver, or kidney failure? i've done nothing to injure it, and haven't had it swell until today. right foot is unswollen. i do sit in one position a lot?

Accepted Answer

: Swelling from the things you mentioned occur on both sides and not just one. Causes of it (left foot) can can be many and the foot has to be examined to find cause. so pl see your doc. good luck

Question 6

89 y/o dad,went in hosp w/con. heart,acute kidney failure,very swollen with water,docs say valve is clogged,want to put stent,is this safe in his cond?

Accepted Answer

Very aggressive rx: Your father has a very sick heart and very sick kidneys. You are presenting a perfect example of the American medical system run amok. Consider carefully what you will be doing to him in his final days. Read Atul Gwande's book "Being Mortal" and think before you act. It is never an easy decision but that is life.

Question 7

how come when felt sick went to doctors and all said it was in all in the head, not until went to hospital with kidney failure, was i believed?

Accepted Answer

Family practice : I hope you are doing better. To answer your question i thought how i would feel if i rushed through an exam an missed the diagnosis. It would be horrible and no excuse for it. Physicians need to listen be compassionate  and give proper treatment. If they are unable to get the answer seek help. Never say its all in your head. I am glad you finally received help.

Question 8

can sunburn cause a swollen face?

Accepted Answer

It may cause: Swelling of tissues.

Question 9

how can i get rid of a swollen face?

Accepted Answer

Swollen face: Find the reason for the swelling. Contact a plastic surgeon.

Question 10

swollen face hard to breath female 51

Accepted Answer

CALL : Call 911 now! you may be having an allergic reaction and there could be swelling of your airway making it hard to breath. Please call 911.

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My friend suffers from kidney disease & face has swollen tremendously due to her meds , i believe. is there anything she can take to reduce swelling?

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Supposedly the doctor said i have kidney failure what are the symptoms i am 31 yrs old and everyday for the past week my hand s ar e swollen?

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Drinking h20 lil but more 4 mild kidney failure woke up w +2 pitt edema in legs and hands swollen and feel real tired what is this ! ?

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Legs have been swollen for two weeks i have dibeates and hypertension i was recently dignoised with chronic kidney failure. for the past two weeks my legs and ankles have been swollen really bad, after i soak them or get up from laying down they burn but

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Does swollen left foot guarantee something like heart failure, liver, or kidney failure? i've done nothing to injure it, and haven't had it swell until today. right foot is unswollen. i do sit in one position a lot?

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89 y/o dad,went in hosp w/con. heart,acute kidney failure,very swollen with water,docs say valve is clogged,want to put stent,is this safe in his cond?

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How come when felt sick went to doctors and all said it was in all in the head, not until went to hospital with kidney failure, was i believed?

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Can sunburn cause a swollen face?

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How can i get rid of a swollen face?

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Swollen face hard to breath female 51

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