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I have full body edema and symptoms of lupus but tests are negative. ra tests neg, too. what else could this be? joint pain as well. she 34. no meds.

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Dr. Richard Amerling answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

Needs treatment: Total body edema is caused by excess salt retention by the kidneys and can be seen in certain disorders of the kidney, heart, or liver. All 3 need evaluation and you should limit salt intake severely. Your doctor will very likely need to prescribe one or more diuretics.

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Answered 9/29/2016

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A member asked:

I have full body edema and symptoms of lupus but tests are negative. ra tests neg, too. what else could this be? joint pain as well. she 34. no meds.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Richard Amerling answered

Dr Hashemi and another doctor agreed

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