Edema of legs, feet, face and hands

2021-10-28 10:40:46
Hello, I took a long haul flight of 14 hours, 5 days back to visit India from Europe. I developed swelling in my feet on flight which later progressed into swelling of my legs, hand and face after landing. It has been 5 days since my flight but the swelling hasn't gone down and is now causing discomfort and sensitivity. I do know this is edema but I was of the knowledge that it goes down on its own in a few hours. I've kept my legs lifted over my heart, sufficient water intake. What else can I do to get rid of this? I return to Europe in one week, thanks in advance!
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Detailed history and consultation is advisable

Answered2021-10-28 17:24:10

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It most likely to be pathological.needs proper evaluation.

Answered2021-10-28 17:03:51

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Kindly discuss for your concern. Need to evaluate further

Answered2021-10-28 13:18:04

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Consult physician physically.

Answered2021-10-28 11:52:00

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Edema due to long travel won't be of this much long duration and its mostly limited to lower limbs, but in your case its all over your body and not adequately subsided means you have to get the essential blood work to reach a diagnosis and consult a Physician who can help you.Hope your water intake and urine output are adequate.Serum total protein and any presence of protein in urine should be assessed.
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CBC(Complete blood count), RFT(Renal function test),LFT(Liver function test), URE(Urine routine examination )TFT(Thyroid function test).
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Take adequate water (atleast 2Litres )daily.

Answered2021-10-28 11:28:24

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Consult online for detailed treatment plan and consultation

Answered2021-10-28 17:41:36

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You should consult a physician for examination and tests to find out the cause and treat accordingly

Answered2021-10-28 10:52:20

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