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I am keeping back water. my feet is swollen as big a mellons... what can i use for this?

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Dr. Zachary Veres answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Edema: I would definitely get checked by your physician for this. ASAP. In the meantime, i would decrease salt in your diet. Elevated your legs daily and try to wear compression stockings when active during the day

Dr Anyanwu and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 11/7/2017

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