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Postpartum Swelling?
I would be very cautious of post-partum, swelling. ... postpartum water retention · postpartum fluid retention · post partum leg swelling · swollen feet ...
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- I had swelling for about 2 weeks after I had my son (now 10 weeks old). My feet and ankles were so swollen I couldn't even get my shoes on. Don't worry...my doctor t...
- Hi E., I would be very cautious of post-partum, swelling. After having my second son via c-section, I developed some very serious swelling. At first I laughed it off....
- Hi- I had swelling really bad during & after my first pregnancy. Our first son was 5 week premature & I was told it was from all the fluids & meds (pitocin) I was gi...
Postpartum Edema & ICP or Fatty Liver
I developed pre-eclampsia 9 days postpartum with the same symptoms you are describing in your sister- .... water retention pregnancy · postpartum recovery ...
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- I had post partum edema, particularly in my legs and feet after the birth of my second child. I was told that it was the result of the epidural. I used TED stockings (...
- V., I went through something very similar with my first, and actually had pre-eclempsia (SP) -- they induced V within a week of her actual due date. I was itchie...
- I developed pre-eclampsia 9 days postpartum with the same symptoms you are describing in your sister- extreme swelling, lightheadedness, etc. When tested, my blood pr...
Postpartum Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
Sep 1, 2009 ... I have experienced itnot post partum though the thing that helped .... you know fluid retention is likely the culprit in developing Carpal ...
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- Question: have you been falling asleep in odd positions that might make your neck muscles tighten up? (sitting in a chair?) Or working a lot on the computer? I (and ...
- Hi Raquel, My daughter has carpal tunnel/repetitive strain in both hands. The remedies she has found most helpful are hot/cold contrast baths (alternate placing hands...
- Hello R.: Make sure that you talk with your doctor about this. I found that when my daughter in laws were pregnanat they went through something simular once they h...
3 Days Post C-section and Retaining Water & Engorged!!!! AGH!!!
Speaking as an Ob/gyn MD, it's probably just fluid shifting postpartum ( especially .... I had the same problem with the water retention after the c- section, ...
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- Hi K., First off, call your OB-GYN right now, about all three issues, but especially the water retention. I had the same problem with the water retention after...
- CALL YOUR OBGYN!!!!! And make sure you tell them how you're feeling mentally.. They can give you some zolof or something to make you feel better!!!!
- K., my advice is to call your doctor asap. Good luck
Leg Swelling After C-section
But, I do recall them telling me that it was all the water retention basically at your ankles and after a couple of weeks, most of it was gone. ...
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- After reading some of the replys I guess it is common. I have had 2 c-sections and didn't have any swelling in my feet or legs with either of them. Hugs M.
- try taking some motrin it ususally helps with swelling, i had the same thing i couldnt stand for more then ten minutes bc my WHOLE body was so swollen the tops of my f...
- My feet looked like loaves of bread after I came home from my c-sections with both of my kids. Unfortunately the only thing you can do is elevate them, make sure you g...
Seeking Help from Other Moms Who Had C-section
Has anyone had water retention in their belly like this and what did you do? .... I just found out that insurance will cover postpartum doulas if the doctor ...
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- hi H., i am a perinatal nurse and just had some suggestions. the water retention can be normal but usually goes away within the first few weeks at most. i do not kn...
- I agree with the moms that said, go back to the doctor! This does not sound normal at all! You need to get help immediately, this sounds like a serious condition. I wo...
- This does NOT sound normal to me. I would get second opinion IMMEDIATELY! Do NOT take any chances.
Need Advice on Swollen Feet
At the same time you need to increase your water intake. I know it sounds strange and I was surprised ..... Next question: Out of Control Fluid Retention ...
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- I went through the samr thing with my first pregnancy, and my doc did know and there was no medical problems, but I lived in flip flops. If I put shoes on I made it m...
- This can be a sign of toxemia...if your doc hasn't checked you out this week, go in NOW. If she/he has and you're just unlucky like me... - Stay off of your feet...
- Hi V., Yes, if you can keep your feet up. Also, try to walk every day and stay active, even though its hard when you're at eight months. I especially liked the wa...
Swelling After Epidural
and then after all of my swelling and water retention went away i lost another ... Next question: Postpartum Swelling? ... Out of Control Fluid Retention ...
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- how about skipping the epidural?
- I never had an epidural? backbone fused, but I swelled up like a balloon after each of my 6 kids delivery. I couldn't even find shoes to fit my feet! It lasted about...
- If you're not nursing you might ask your doctor about prescribing lasix right after delivery - get ready to sweat and pee triple time, but it should help with the extr...
8 Months Pregnant and Hands Are Hurting Really Bad like I Have Arthritis
Oct 30, 2009 ... You will sweat like a crazy woman for about 2 weeks post partum, and part of it will ..... water retention · 38 weeks pregnant and miserable ...
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- T. - Don't feel bad, I'm 38wks preg with #2 and I'm going through it too. My OB says it's pregnancy-induced Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, thanks to the retention of flui...
- T., I went through that when I was pregnant with my daughter, and it was so painful! I cried when I got ready for work in the morning because both of my hands hurt...
- I had that problem while I was pregnant too. My Dr. said it was carpel tunnel and had something to do with the swelling we all have. Some people get it and some don'...
Swollen Ankles After C-section?
When I asked my doctor about it she told me she could give me a water pill to take away some ... This is not just the fluid retention from being pregnant. ...
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- My feet/ankles swelled a bit after my c-section.I just rested a bunch and tried to stay off my feel as much as possible and all went away within a couple weeks.
- T J, I had the same problem just over 2 yrs ago when my sons were born by C-Section. It took a few weeks to go away...I eventually had to have my mom and mom-in-law...
- I had this after I had my twins in May, it is normal. The thing that worked for me finally was to have my husband massage my feet and legs very well and when I did get...
