Explain to the patient that the group of tests will help us to understand why they have swollen feet and ankles. We will be looking at different factors that could be causing the edema, such as an imbalance of electrolytes, a kidney problem, inflammation, or an autoimmune issue
Group 1: Complete Blood Count (CBC), Serum Electrolyte Levels, Kidney Function Tests, Urinalysis, Uric Acid Level, These tests will help us determine if there is an imbalance in electrolytes, a kidney problem, or a urinary tract infection that could be causing the swelling. Group 2: C-reactive Protein (CRP), Rheumatoid Factor (RF), Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR), Anti-Nuclear Antibody (ANA), Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone (TSH) Level These tests will help us assess if there is an underlying inflammation, autoimmune issue, or thyroid problem that could be the source of the edema.
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You may have noticed difficulty catching your breath or feeling out of breath more easily than normal. This is caused by fluid buildup in your lungs, which is a common symptom of swelling in the feet and ankles.
You may have suddenly gained weight, even if you have not changed your diet. This is caused by excess fluid buildup in the body, which can be a symptom of swelling in the feet and ankles.
You may have noticed that your skin is darker in certain areas around the feet and ankles. This is caused by increased blood flow to these areas, which is a sign of swelling in the feet and ankles.
Keeping the feet and ankles elevated above the level of the heart can help reduce swelling.
gradeIncreasing fluid intake can help to flush out the extra fluid from the body and reduce swelling.
gradeCompression bandages, sleeves, or socks can help to reduce the swelling by providing extra support and pressure to the affected area.
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