Fluid Retention

[freakyschizogirl]

Hi all

Over the last few days my left foot has swollen up. I know it is fluid retention because my mum has the same feet...hers look like balloons! Any tips on how to get it to go down? I'm wearing a tubigrip bandage at the mo...cos i've heard compression helps, as does keeping it elevated.
Also i'm wondering if it would be caused by my ankle as i broke it 3 years ago...

Thanks Guys

[Sangye]

They need to rule out blood clot right away. Weggies are 23% more likely to get clots and sudden, unexplained foot or lower extremity edema is often the only sign you have.

A broken ankle can certainly cause ongoing edema, but it wouldn't suddenly swell up after 3 years unless you re-injured it.

[Jack]

I agree that you need to get this looked at. There are a number of serious issues that can lead to fluid retention that need ruling out, but if caught early they can usually be treated.

[freakyschizogirl]

Awww feeling worried now... my mum has it but its caused by her arthritis....i've hear Steroids can cause fluid retention too...

[Sangye]

Steroids will cause symmetrical swelling. Please don't try to self-diagnose for this, Sam. Get it checked out today.

[freakyschizogirl]

Wasnt self diagnosing, i just never think it could be anything more than something simple!

And the fact my mum has it, thought it was just a quirky thing that would go away.

I have to go get a blood test tomorrow anyway, might as well pop in to get checked out too.

Thanks for your advice, which is invaluable to me. x

[Sangye]

You're welcome. I'd be happier if you went today. nudge nudge

[freakyschizogirl]

lol its 7.30pm here Sangye!

And its gone down again now...seems to be playing with me!

[elephant]

Still get it check out tomorrow. Something is not right esp. it being one leg and not the other. Take care of your self, let us know tomorrow.

[Sangye]

LOL Elephant is a very skilled nudger as well.