Abdominal Distension
After an accident and two operations on my left foot, I had a pulmonary embolism followed by right-sided heart failure. Initially, I was on a frusemide pump for two weeks trying to get out the excess fluid I had taken on. Then I was taken to coronary care for more intensive meds for 10 days. Before, I was actually losing weight due to fluid loss.
My problem is since then my abdomen has become distended, despite being on bumetanide 3 mg twice a day and two spironolactone tablets in the morning. I feel I pass no more urine than I have in life. My feet and ankles swell if I am sitting with my feet down (I usually sit with raised feet, no swelling then). But I have to buy such large clothes, and thank goodness for elastic waist trousers.
I’ve had an ultrasound and CT scan. They show no free fluid, but it could be fluid in my abdomen tissues. I must add, since two operations on my foot, I am unable to walk other than aided around the house, and I obviously gained weight (I have now lost three stone without exercise).
Does anybody else look 7-8 months pregnant? But at least it doesn’t kick !!!!!
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