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Elephantiasis

2020-09-18 06:33:05
Both legs swelling Over weight Can not walk Pain in both legs Lower body fat Is there any treatment available for this problem ? How can we reduce her weight? Please guide us. Thank you
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Picture required ???

Answered2020-09-18 14:45:40

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See both limb swelling can be due to many causes first in the list Kindly get the RFT done to see kidney function Second limb elevation can be given Befor that get the bilateral lower limb Doppler arterial and venous Post the report will tell you further

Answered2020-09-18 14:03:36

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Different surgical procedures have been done but not very simple outcome Still u can visit plastic surgeon

Answered2020-09-18 19:30:09

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