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My mom is a patient of water retention. so how to reduce leg swelling or water retention? is there any kind of surgery for that

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Dr. Rick Koch answered

Have her talk to: Her physician to make sure diuretics aren't required otherwise compression stockings may be beneficial.

Dr Sparacino agreed

Answered 4/30/2013

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A member asked:

My mom is a patient of water retention. so how to reduce leg swelling or water retention? is there any kind of surgery for that

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Rick Koch answered

Dr Sparacino agreed

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