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Swelling of feet
My father is having swelling of both ankles since 2 months
He is diabetic but well controlled.
Creatinine is normal
What other tests should I do?
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Dr. Harsha M V
Nephrologist
8 yrs exp
Bangalore
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It could be early diabetic nephrologist.. it can be treated and reversed if possible.
Need to test his urine.
Yes creatinine can be normal in stage 1.
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Consult for further information
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Dr. Lakshmi Krishnan
Nephrologist/Renal Specialist
7 yrs exp
Alappuzha
Since how many years is he diabetic
Please do a urine routine and urine protein creatinine ratio to see if there is protein leak.
Also get a eye check up done to see if there is diabetic nephropathy
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consult for detailed opinion
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