Posted by Gracie2 on March 9, 2002, at 21:16:07
In reply to Re: Retaining Fluid on Med; Anyone know good Diuretic?, posted by sleepingbeauty on March 8, 2002, at 18:37:51
I was minding my own business when I noticed that my feet were hurting terribly by the end of the day. My ankles and feet started to swell so badly that I could not tie my shoes. My regular doctor, who is a great guy, was out of town. So I went to another doctor, who informed me that I could have diabetes or congestive heart failure. Pardon my language, but what an asshole. He ordered some bloodwork and prescribed nothing. I left his office wondering if I would prefer to be cremated.My regular doctor prescribed a drug called Prinzide. It's for hypertension, and also has a diuretic. The swelling was gone in about three days. I don't know if you're a candidate for hypertension medication, but Prinzide certainly worked wonders for me.
According to the book "Vitamin Power", mild edema may be alleviated by taking 1000 mg or more of vitamin C, which has a rapid diuretic effect. The book also suggests restricting sodium and drinking at least six glasses of water a day, as
hydration may actually contribute to water retention. Their "botanical approach" recommends drinking a tea made from juniper berries twice a day. (Wonder if gin would have the same effect?)Luck-
Gracie
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