Possible lower leg swelling

[0range5520]

Probably nothing to worry about, so more about putting my mind at rest. Don’t want to bother Dr. as they are so busy and so tricky to get an appointment.

I have compensated Cirrhosis, 6 monthly checks. I have noticed that my lower legs, below knees look swollen, have a ridge where my socks go. My calves also look larger (I dismissed it at first, but saw a family photo and I noticed my legs straight away). Like I say, this is probably nothing.

just to add never suffered with swelling or water retention. My BMI is 20.,

It may just be an age thing. It is obvious, but no one else has commented.

Thank you.,

[AyrshireK]

You are not wasting doctors time to get this checked out as it could potentially be the start of fluid retention/oedema. Best to be safe than sorry.

Katie

[river111 in reply to AyrshireK]

It sounds like oedema. to me. I had it when I was first admitted to hospital before I was diagnosed. I think a visit to GP is needed. You may not have to go to hospital. I had yellow eyes and orange urine as well. Mine was alcohol related but 9 months not drinking and not a problem with my liver.

[Kingbilly3]

Hi yes go to the doctors and get it looked at or it will get worse, I had it terrible in my legs to the point where I could not walk, but my water tablets took it away

[Lantana100]

My husband developed bad lower leg oedema as he was recovering from his decompensated liver but thankfully it did resolve - albeit slowly - as he recovered. It’s good you are now recompensated but this possible sudden onset of leg swelling should definitely be checked with your GP.

[LilacPoppy]

I would get it checked out. I started getting terribly swollen ankle before I was diagnosed with Hashimoto's thyroiditis in 2013. It has come and gone ever since. Nobody ever gave me water tablets but I find drinking extra water helps me. Won't help everyone, of course. Do speak to a Dr, though.

[0range5520]

Thank you for your advice and details of your experiences and I will try to arrange a Drs. appointment. Even though I been diagnosed for over 18 months, I’ve never seen my Gp since, only telephone consultations and the consultant once upon diagnosis, the 6 monthly follow ups are either letter or phone call. (Following blood test and scans) Actually a quick call will probably suffice, if only to put my mind at rest.