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Mystery: new generalized edema x4mo, worse when lying down (heart's fine, been checked), hands/feet worst, jeans don't fit. not meds, not clots?
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Edema: Any time there is significant edema its important to make the heart (which you checked), the liver and the kidneys are ok. You can loose protein in the blood from these diseases and it can result in swelling. See your doctor and get a urine test for protein and blood as well as liver panel to make sure these are ok. Also watch your salt intake.
Answered 6/20/2014
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