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Suggest Treatment For Swollen Ankles And Feet Pot A Back Surgery While On Cardezim When Diagnosed With Atrial Fibrillation
Question: I had a lengthy 5.5 hours back surgery, the result is A fib on my heart. doctor put me on cardezim. my ankles and feet are very sowollen Im male 73 years old.
Brief Answer:
Cardizem needs to be changed
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Swelling is likely due to cardizem only. Its a known side effect of cardizem. So you should request your doctor to change the cardizem to Metoprolol Xr. The swelling will in a week or two.
You should also restrict salt consumption and request Doctor for diuretics like torsemide 5 mg morning 8 am if swelling is severe.
Hope this helps you and get back if you have any doubts.
Cardizem needs to be changed
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Swelling is likely due to cardizem only. Its a known side effect of cardizem. So you should request your doctor to change the cardizem to Metoprolol Xr. The swelling will in a week or two.
You should also restrict salt consumption and request Doctor for diuretics like torsemide 5 mg morning 8 am if swelling is severe.
Hope this helps you and get back if you have any doubts.
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