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I am 65-and after sitting at the computer for 3 or 4 hours my feet swell-up. usually, i can elevate them at night and the swelling goes away. this last time i am having trouble getting them to go down and keeping them down. is there anything i can do to h

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Dr. James McClurg answered

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Discuss : Discuss this with your internist. You may need further evaluation regarding your heart, kidney, liver function and blood pressure. From a physical standpoint you may want to use some support stockings during the day.

Answered 10/3/2016

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Dr. Guy Fogel answered

Diuretics: You should have treatment to remove excess fluid from peripheral circulation.

Answered 2/6/2016

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A member asked:

I am 65-and after sitting at the computer for 3 or 4 hours my feet swell-up. usually, i can elevate them at night and the swelling goes away. this last time i am having trouble getting them to go down and keeping them down. is there anything i can do to h

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Dr. Guy Fogel answered

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