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Breathlessness got a bit worse

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I take daily 40 mgs Furosemide for past 6 months or so.In recent weeks the breathlessness has hot a bit worse.

I went to GP this morning and has increased the daily Furosemide to 60mgs. I have to see GP again in 7 days.

My legs are not swollen as before but noticed some sign of swelling round ankles.

What has concerned me was if it would cause a further big weight loss as before.

I saw the Pharmacist to discuss this and said if the swelling is not as bad as before I shouldn't experience significant weight loss.

Thoughts anyone?

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