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Hi my dad is 70 years old. Whenever he sits in a chair , both the feet get swollen. If he is laying in bed the swollen get reduced. What could be the reason? What's the treatment for this? Any concern on this?
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Hi there...there are many causes for swelling of lower limbs like protein(albumin) deficiency, cellulitis, right heart failure, liver disorders, renal disorders, abdominal mass. He will have to be evaluated for all these conditions. Requires clinical examination and investigations. So kindly consult a general physician for further evaluation.
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