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Swelling in toes was treated for salt retentiion edema. now changed to nerve problem with drug & emg. have carpal tunnel and. wonder if connected?

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Carpal tunnel/edema: It is not uncommon to have symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome with water retention (e.G pregnancy). If the swelling subsides and you still have symptoms, seek treatment with a hand surgeon.

Answered 10/15/2017

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Dr. Jeffrey Wint answered

Specializes in Hand Surgery

Fluid retention: Fluid retention can increase pressure on the median nerve and exacerbate carpal tunnel. There are times that diruetics given for fluid retention help cts. Thyroid disease can affect extracellular fluid and increase swelling and nerve symptoms too. Even a dietary change that restricts salt can help. But if you have a positive EMG seek treatment concurrently for both issues.

Answered 6/10/2014

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