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My mother's legs are chronically swollen due to poor circulation, takes lasik. they are weeping excessively. is this a normal side effect?
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Nope: She is taking Lasix (Furosemide) which is a diuretic to get ride of excess fluid. There are different reasons for swollen legs. 1) Heart Failure 2) Venous Insufficiency 3) Lymphedema. Depending on them different treatments ensue. If they are weeping, could be excess fluid. Lasix will not cause this, she might actually need an increased dosage. Needs to contact her PCP. Hope this helped. Cheers C
Answered 12/28/2014
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No: Full history and exam are needed. Chronic venous stasis and edema and leakage are a part of this I suspect. Congestive heart failure can also be a part. Lasix is furosemide a diuretic used for hypertension, congestive failure,
Answered 12/28/2014
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