117 – Leg Swelling in Aging: What to Know & Do

117 – Leg Swelling in Aging: What to Know & Do

Better Health While Aging

117 – Leg Swelling in Aging: What to Know & Do

Feb 25 2021 |

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Show Notes

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In This Episode:

Guest host Dr. Nicole Didyk explains what older adults and families should know about leg edema (swollen legs), a common condition that affects aging adults. Dr. Didyk is a geriatrician in Canada, and the founder of the blog and YouTube channel The Wrinkle.

She discusses:

Why is it common for the lower legs to swell?
What are the most common medical causes of leg edema and what are some serious causes that should not be missed?
Which common medications can make leg swelling worse?
When should you seek immediate medical attention for swollen legs?
How can chronically swollen legs be treated?
What to know about using diuretics (water pills) for swollen legs

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092- Interview: Addressing Nighttime Urination & Insomnia in Aging

040 – Dehydration in Older Adults: How to Prevent It, Detect It, & Treat It

113 – Interview: Urinary Incontinence in Aging

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