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The meds i take daily are
Metformin
Onglysa
amlodipine
coversyl
Levimir (Insulin)
Novorapid (Insulin)
The doctor says the source of my edema is heart related and not kidney related.
In the last year i've given up alcohol, Wheat based products,dairy based products and am eating more vegetables and less meat,i do 1 hour at the gymn every morning, its very frustrating to make all these changes and see virtually no weight change or health benefits over the course of a year .
My Dr. said to take a bath instead of a shower and keep legs and feet under water for a while. The water shouldn't be too hot. That and swimming helps. Also walking up and down stairs and exercising legs and ankles.
Oh how i miss taking baths,unfortunately our apartment only has a shower stall.and most contemporary baths i see at friends houses dont look that comfortable for bath purposes more a glorified catch basin for the shower. http://www.oldbathtubs.com/oldtubs/oldafter.jpg
I remember growing up with bathtubs that somewhat conformed to your body and were very comfortable,like this style= https://tubrefinishing.files.wordpre...1/03/tub31.jpg
I'm 68 and 50lbs overweight and have had diabetes for 15 years and take much medication for Diabetes+insulin, High blood pressure meds and meds for Cholesterol. I can understand his reluctance to give me diuretics, other than giving up salt i was wondering if there are any other dietary options that would be beneficial.
Just a thought:I have heard vinegar (a shot a day) is a natural diurectic. You might give it a try. I can imagine how you feel. Hubby has one leg that is always swollen. He did have a blood clot a few years ago, but tests show there are none now, yet the swelling continues. Of course the conpression hose have been recommended but they are almost impossible to get on. He is on a mild diuretic. He also does have some kidney problems but apparently that has nothing to do with his swelling. He has had almost every test known to mankind and nother shows anything that would cause the swelling. I am glad to hear your doctor has said your swelling has nothing to do with heart failure. I think too many people jump to conclusions.
Just a thought:I have heard vinegar (a shot a day) is a natural diurectic. You might give it a try. I can imagine how you feel. Hubby has one leg that is always swollen. He did have a blood clot a few years ago, but tests show there are none now, yet the swelling continues. Of course the conpression hose have been recommended but they are almost impossible to get on. He is on a mild diuretic. He also does have some kidney problems but apparently that has nothing to do with his swelling. He has had almost every test known to mankind and nother shows anything that would cause the swelling. I am glad to hear your doctor has said your swelling has nothing to do with heart failure. I think too many people jump to conclusions.
Has he tried the hose with a zipper?
Since the leg that is the one that had the clot, I suspect there is some underlying residual scarring that is causing the problem.
I have tried compression hose in the past and concur they are impossible to get on or off for some one with mobility issues.
The zippered ones sound ideal, however how do i determine what size i need?
you are right about the underlining residual and it appears he will always have some. As for the zipper hose, no, he hasn't tried them. One problem he has is a really bad hammer toe, so it is hard for him to get any hose on over the toe, plus his hands don't work too well. Oh well, aging isn't for sissies and we all know that. I am just happy he seems to be in relatively good health right now.
I have tried compression hose in the past and concur they are impossible to get on or off for some one with mobility issues.
The zippered ones sound ideal, however how do i determine what size i need?
You might look for a local supplier of home health supplies. Someone can help you measure to get the right size.
I briefly wore some compression hose. Mine came with a silk sock that you put on your foot to make it easier to get the hose on; then you just slid the sock out from under the hose off the foot. A pair of sturdy rubber gloves helps with getting a grip on the hose to pull them on, too.
As for the zipper hose, no, he hasn't tried them. One problem he has is a really bad hammer toe, so it is hard for him to get any hose on over the toe,
Those zippered hose seem to be toeless as pictured in my link 16
I have tried compression hose in the past and concur they are impossible to get on or off for some one with mobility issues.
The zippered ones sound ideal, however how do i determine what size i need?
I tend to have a bit of water retention in my legs, too, so I found those zipper hose interesting. In the description, it tells the measurements of ankle and calf (expressed as minimum/maximum) for each size.
Quote:
Medium: 6" minimum ankle circumference, 10" max.; 10" min. calf circumference, 14 1/2" max.
Large: 6 1/4" min. ankle circumference, 9 1/2" max.; 10 1/2" min. calf circumference, 16 1/2" max.
Extra Large: 6 1/2" min. ankle circumference, 10 1/2" max.; 11" min. calf circumference, 17 1/2" max. State Size. Order your pair today! Zipper Compression Socks
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