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On a diuretic for edema, kidney disease, i still have terrible swelling. more swelling on one leg, turns red and swells duble size, should i fone dr?
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Blood clot?: If one leg is much worse than the other, and is red, and particularly if it is red and tender, you should be concerned that you a thrombus (blood clot) somewhere in the veins of your leg or pelvis. This is particularly true if this is a new change. I recommend that you be examined, and perhaps have an ultrasound of the venous system.
Answered 12/28/2014
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Call doctor: Yes call doctor; may have vein clot; may have cellulitis; may need med adjustment
Answered 12/28/2014
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