Ankle Swelling

On Norvasc, 7.5 mgs., and Zebeta 5mg, for HBP. Can't take diuretcs ## Hello, Arlene! How are you? I am sorry about the problem that you're having. Why can't you take diuretics? Alternative, you will like need to switch one of the medications and try something else. The Norvasc has been known to cause such edema, so it is the most likely culprit that you'll need to stop and replace. How long have you been taking it?

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I had knee surgery ( torn miniscus) ,left knee before surgery ankle would swell at times.. I was at home recovering for five weeks upon returning to work my ankle e started to swell again . Any explanations , theorys, or medical know how's on why it could be happening. ## There are several reasons it could happen. If you were not putting much weight and pressure on that leg for awhile, that could cause it. Or it may also be edema, which is basically fluid retention. Learn more edema details here. Were you ever given a diagnosis for why it was swelling?

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I have been on Lyrica for a long time. For the first few years everything was great, no side effects Before I started, it just for my tiny premie( it quite 4lbs) to lie on my chest. But now sometimes I retain so much fluid that I cannot get my jeans on and my legs are so swollen that my skin burns from stretching so fast. Also, if you press on a place it feels like play dough and leaves a deep imprint that takes a bit to go away. I am taking Lasix, but it is nor helping any more. Any suggestions? I don't want to stop taking in and have to tell my little girl she cannot play and crawl on mommy. ## According to medlineplus: "swelling of the arms, hands, feet, ankles, or lower legs" are all listed as common side effects of Lyrica (Pregabalin). Unfortunately the only real way to...

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I started Metoprolol a couple weeks back. It wasn’t completely doing what I needed so my doc doubled it to 50 mgs about 5 days ago. Last night my feet were so swollen. Now I’m scared and I can’t reach my doctor due to this snow here. I don’t know if I should completely stop or take it down to 25 mgs? Help? Anyone? ## That can be a side effect of this medication, in some people that take it, according to FDA reports. It may also cause other side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, increased urination, and hypotension. It would be best not to change your dosage, without a physician's approval. How are you doing, now? Has there been any change? Are you on any other medications? ## I’m still on metoprolol. My doc doesn’t think that is why my feet, ank...

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Can caveram 10/10 cause ankle swelling? ## Coveram contains Amlodipine and Perindopril and yes, it can sometimes cause peripheral edema in some people that take it, along with nausea, dizziness, headache and stomach pain. You'll most likely need to switch to a different medication. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Changed my dosage of Zuvamor to 40mg. Since then I have noticed swelling on my ankles and tenderness and heaviness on my legs. Can these symptoms be attributed to the higher dosage of Zuvamor? ## Hello, Falcon! How are you? Yes, edema can be a side effect of this medication, according to the NIH. You may also experience nausea, dizziness, headache, and joint/muscle aches. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I had been taking synthroid for 4 months at 50mg a day but about 2 weeks ago I stopped taking it because my insurance expired and I am unable to pay for the doctors visit or prescription. About a week and half ago my feet and ankles started swelling and have now swollen to the point where the skin is so tight and they are so big I can't get my shoes on and can hardly walk. Is this caused by not taking my synthroid? ## Hello, Michelle! How are you doing? Has there been any change? If your thyroid issue is going out of control, it is possible that it is what's causing the edema, according to the NIH. Stopping the medication abruptly could also have caused a rebound effect, which threat your thyroid function off even more than usual and made the situation even worse. Such edema, ho...

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I've been taking Twynsta and my ankles and feet have started to swell up. Will that go away anytime soon or should I go back to my Lisinopril which didn't cause swelling? ## Hello, Darlene! How are you doing? I'm sorry about the problem that you're having. No, you need to have this checked out by your doctor, as it could be the sign of a dangerous side effect and you will likely need to switch to a different medication. Why was your medication changed? What have your blood pressure levels been?

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There's only one foot & leg that is swollen and it was caused by one dose of Lyrica. I would like to know what I can do to bring the swelling down? ## This medication has been known to cause edema as a side effect according to the FDA, you may also experience nausea, dizziness, headache, mood swings, and weight gain. As to what you can do about it, you should consult your doctor, you may need to take a diuretic, or switch to a different medication. Are you on any other medications?

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My feet and legs are very swollen and painful . what is the best salve to use for this condition?qbb pills\\\\\\\\\\ Salve for \\\\\\\\\\\\\\\ salve for swollen legs a d\\salve for swollen legs and feet. The very best salve for swollen feet and intense pain. ## This may be something that cannot be solved just by using a topical salve. You really need to figure out what's causing them to swell like that. If it's due to edema, which is fluid retention, then you're most likely going to need medication to help clear it up. Learn more edema details here. Have you consulted your doctor to get a diagnosis? You really need to to do, because if it is fluid retention, it could lead to some dangerous health conditions, if it is left untreated. ## Hello, I've been having bad swellin...

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I have been on Xarelto 20 mg.for about a month now and I have noticed my feet, ankles and lower legs swell worse. I do have Lymph edema in lower legs though so I have to consider that as well. I use a Lymph edema pump to keep the swelling down. But my legs have been more sore and painful since I have been on Xarelto. I was on Warfarin for years for blood clot history in my lower left leg. What do you think about the swelling? ## Hello, Delores! How are you doing? I am very sorry about the health issues that you're experiencing. Yes, as reported by the FDA, Xarelto has been known to cause or worsen edema, in some people that take it. Other side effects may possibly include nausea, headache, increased risk of bleeding and easy bruising. Have you informed you doctor? You may need to sw...

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Had miniscal knee Surgery June 11. Does a muscle relaxer help reduce swelling? It is swelled from knee to ankle. ## Hello, Shirley! How are you? No, a muscle relaxant will not do anything to reduce swelling, for that you would usually need a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory. The FDA lists their typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased risk of bleeding and stomach irritation. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I am taking following medicines: For BP : Telma Am 40mg & Prolomet XL 50 MG - one each in the morning Telma AM 40 Mg & Prolomet XL 25 MG - one each in the night For Diabetes : Invokana 100 MG - one in the Morning with Tea & Glycomet 1GM - after Breakfast and Dinner. Sugar and BP i s reasonably under control. But I have swelling in the ankles and tightness , pain , sometimes numbness. Kindly advice on the medications. ## That can be side effects of most blood pressure medications, according to the NIH, along with nausea, dizziness, headache, and increased urination. However, only your doctor can help you discover which one is causing it and help you find the proper solution. Do you watch how much sodium you take in each day?

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my right hand is so swollen, all numb and very painful. the left hand is fine. anyone have this problem? I am stopping the lyrica to see what happens. does anyone know how long it will take for the swelling to go away after stopping lyrica? ## Hi roz, Were you diagnosed with carpal tunnel, arthritis, or any sort of nerve entrapment in your right hand? Only asking because what you're describing is usually commonly associated with those types of conditions. Additionally, "swelling of the arms, hands, feet, ankles, or lower legs" is listed as a general side effect of Lyrica. So depending on the underlying cause of this inflammation, it's also likely that Lyrica could be the culprit. You can learn more about this drug on the page for Lyrica Details Have you discussed this wi...

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Has anyone else had problems with severe water retention after taking Contrave? Mine started day two. I already take a mild water pill but it hasn't touched the swelling. I do not have ankles any longer, they are now "cankles". ## Hello, Janie! How are you? Yes, though it is rare, the Bupropion in Contrave has been known to cause edema in some people that take it. Have you informed your doctor? You may need a stronger diuretic or a switch to a different medication. The FDA lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, insomnia and nervousness. ## I am on my 2nd week of Contrave and noticed that my ankles and feet are swollen. Has this happened to anyone else? ## I am in my 2nd week and have the same problem. Did you continue to use it and ...

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Lately I've noticed swelling on the sides of both lower shins. I have numbness in the right foot (Big Toe.. the upper tip) only. I also noticed that there is indentations around the top of my (to the ankle)sport socks. I exercise daily but have never had this problem before. I am a 58 yr. old female. Wt. 96lbs. 5'1" with rheumatoid arthritis......Thanks for any info. P.S. I have taken Humira, Methotrexate,Armor Thyroid, Nasacort Nasal Spray for a few years without a problem. ## I am taking Oxycodone W/APAP 5/325 Tab I have experience swelling in my feet and ankles ## Have either one of you contacted your doctors, yet? The swelling could be a sign of edema, which can lead to serious health problems, such as congestive heart failure. It may be caused by the mentioned medicatio...

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Best medicine for degenerative arthritis ## For the past 3wks my ankles & feet has been swollen. They'll go down for a day or so but will swell back up. They wasn't sore at first but they are starting to get tender around my ankles & the top of my feet. I wanted to know what's causing it & is there anything that will prevent it from happening ## I can explain all of the swelling in my calves, ankles and toes to RA, and medications but the top of my food is a mound and hurt so BAD even to the touch. I just keep saying it must be RA because we have so many bones and joints in our feet, and now it kills to walk on the bottom of my feet and I should wear shoes but it hurts to wear them. Its like every bone in my feet are breaking which could be as osteoporosis has go...

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I have been on Sintrom for 6 months after an incident of DVT and last week I switched to Xarelto taking 20mg/day. Since then I have noticed slight pain and swelling to my leg. Is this one of the side effects? Apart from that no other side effects are noticed... ## Hello, KZ! How are you? Yes, Xarelto can cause edema and muscle pain as side effects, along with nausea and increased risk of bleeding. You should have the edema checked out, as it may require treatment, or you may need to switch to a different medication. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Started taking Xarelto @ month ago. Just noticed swelling in both legs, no pain just swelling from knee' down to ankles. Also a oozing sore on one leg ## Started this medication August 2016 by November 2016 my heartbeat slowed t...

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I am a 63 year old woman. COPD [51% lung capacity] I have recently increased my intake of Amloc from 5mg's to 10mg's. Since then I my feet and ankles have started to swell to such an extent that it feels as though my skin is going to burst. Should I be taking duiretics? ## I have been taking Amloc 20mg for 8 months, now my feet and ankles are swollen. Can I use ADCO RETIC together with Amloc 20mg to help with the water retention in my feet?

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After nearly 5 years of trying to get docs to take my complaints seriously, I was finally diagnosed with Hashimoto's a couple of months ago. About 3 months prior to that, they started me on Synthroid. At follow-up, my TSH levels had not improved so I was switched to Levoxyl. A couple weeks after starting it, I began experiencing tingling across my forehead and scalp. A pins and needles sort of feeling. Several weeks later the tingling is ongoing, though it waxes and wanes in severity. Then a couple weeks ago my feet started to swell. I was noticing my shoes felt tight and was getting sores on my toes from rubbing. I made no changes to my daily routine or diet that would explain this swelling. My ankles don't really look swollen-just my feet and it's gotten quite uncomfortabl...

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