The fluid in the bottom of my feet is really a problem, because it's easy to lose my balance.It's like walking on balloons. Would anyone have any idea whats causing this? As for salt, I eat very little of it.
2007-01-02 12:37:57 · 9 answers · asked by rsbdkaise 3 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Other - Diseases
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2007-01-02 12:42:26 · answer #1 · answered by janet 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you're a diabetic, you may be having kidney failure--but that
is usually a swelling or puffiness all over your body.
You may be taking some high blood pressure pills. Without
getting technical, there are some meds that cause blood and
fluid to collect in the legs and feet...that's why doctors usually
prescribe a diuretic along with the HBP meds. Go to your
pharmacy, or Barnes & Noble and buy a book called
"The Pill Book" It gives very reliable info about the drugs,
what its prescribed for/the side effects/overdosage cautions,
etc. Get the 12th edition (or later) I'm not sure I have the
latest one.
Also there is a book called "Worlst Pills/Best Pills" which
can be ordered thru www.worstpills.org. It gives valuable
info on all drugs/reactions/allergies/cautions.etc. They can
also be reached thru Public Citizen.org. (I believe).
Don't let this condition slide. Something is very wrong and
its up to you to find out what. If you're over 60, get help fast.
2007-01-02 20:54:11 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Only your doctor can tell you what is causing it after he runs some medical tests. If you are not having this treated by the doc then you need to see him ASAP. Fluid buildup can be a sign of a serious problem so do not let this go without a proper diagnosis and treatment. If could be circulatory or kidney related or other problems.
2007-01-02 20:40:40 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
i dont know whats causeing yours,none of us do ,but i have this ,my mother,my grandmother..it was basically said to be caused from salt intake-diabeties-kidney problems ..most likely lack of good old clear water !! as for me during the summer i pick Dandlelion weeds/flowers [they are a very good natural diuretic] i dry the root, its the strongest,the yellow flower too, heck the whole plant is good..i boil it like tea for about 20 mins.add more water if needed add sugar or sweet n low and you,ll Pee Pee pee the extra water out of your system .. BUT
remember to drink alot of fluid for a through flush,,but See a doctor ! you can break your neck walking barefooted on Balloons :]
2007-01-02 21:06:45 · answer #4 · answered by reseda1420 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm not sure how old you are but, my step dad just went through this and he didn't have chf either, they said it had something to do with his heart pumping too hard to remove fluid from his lungs and it was making his feet swell. they looked like footballs. anyway they upped his water pill and he wears tedhose now to keep the swelling down. You should get checked out by a good doctor. good luck.
2007-01-02 20:45:02 · answer #5 · answered by Anna Z 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I have no idea whats causing it but it sounds serious. You really need to see a doctor ASAP.
2007-01-02 20:39:32 · answer #6 · answered by I know, I know!!!! 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
try making celery tea it helps with reducing the water in your feet
2007-01-02 20:41:32 · answer #7 · answered by miamisoftestflower 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Kidney failure? Get your affairs in order.
2007-01-02 20:39:27 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
are you diabetic? have you been checked?
2007-01-02 20:39:13 · answer #9 · answered by sixcannonballs 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋