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I have pitting edema and i keep gaining 2 pounds per week, is this congestive heart failure? how can i help the edema, i'm sitting all day long?
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Are you overweight? You need to have this evaluated but it is not necessarily heart failure. If you are significantly overweight, the lymphatics will have difficulty moving the fluid from your legs. Elevating your legs while sitting can be helpful but weight loss is the best treatment. Your doctor can help with weight loss as well. Seeing a dietician/nutritionist can be helpful for diet strategies
Answered 7/29/2023
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