Posted by kazoo on August 5, 2001, at 9:34:24
In reply to Don't get started on diuretics..., posted by Drexxie on August 4, 2001, at 21:18:20
> Neither doc, however, has wanted to bring the edema down with diuretics.
Drexxie, perhaps you have other organic problems causing water retention, but as far as I know from personal experience (no less), a diuretic will safely remove water from those who tend to retain it for whatever reason.
The only thing you have to remember when you take a diuretic is to pump up your potassium intake (via a supplement, certain green veggies, or a banana). LASIX will upset your electrolyte balance which will cause dizziness and a sense of crappiness.
Other than that, water pills are a quick and cheap way to drop five pounds in a pinch. They've been used safely for over 50 years. My mother's recent hospital stay extracted over 1.5 gallons of water that was causing heart and respiratory problems ... she lost four pounds in three days from just carrying this excess water around (she's italian and has a romance with her kitchen and the salt shaker). Her feet, once the size of musk mellons, are now normal. She looks better and feels a whole lot better, too (which is more important).
However, listen to your doctor because he knows you, and he knows best.
AND STOP USING THAT ACCURSED SALT!
I only have your good health in mind, my dear ...
kazoo
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