I’ve got really crazy fluid retention. I mean crazy. I can’t walk without the fluid on the top of my feet wobbling, I have zero definition between my legs, ankles and feet, my fingers have gone up 4 ring sizes and my face just looks terrible. But, the docs aren’t worried at all because it’s happened with my other pregnancies too and my blood pressure is always fine when they check it. They’re mildly worried about pre-eclampsia, but not overly worried because the blood pressure is always fine and the other symptoms are basically ‘normal’ pregnancy symptoms for me anyway and they’re not getting worse.
I am 36 weeks today and have an elective caesarean booked for 38+6, so it’s not that far away, but it’s really uncomfortable this time. I’m getting tingly and I can’t even try and go for a walk to stop that feeling because I have severe SPD and sciatic pain so exercise is not allowed. I’m drinking heaps of water, steering clear of salt as much as I can, but it’s still getting worse. My next hospital appointment isn’t until next week so I was wondering if you all might have some advice on what you know to be safe to take to try and get rid of some of this fluid?
Thanks in advance!!
Chosen Answer:
Hello, I did a little research for you, and these seem to be quite universal lifestyle change suggestions (all of which don’t really require much effort and are quite safe).
Of course I am going to first suggest your doctor, you should keep in regular contact to get your blood pressure checked if it is really worrying you – and as a plus you can always ask him/her this question!
Here are some other suggestions:
*Keeping cool on hot days
*Lying down frequently
*Elevating your legs whenever you are sitting/lying down. One way would be when you are sitting, grab another chair – place a pillow on the chair, and put your feet on it. Another would be to put a pillow feet side of your bed and rest your feet on it when lying down.
*Try not to stay standing for long periods of time.
*Avoiding tight fitting clothing/shoes/stockings (clothing that is comfortable).
*Have your partner or a friend massage your legs – from the feet up.
*Try not to get too stressed! I know this may be hard, but its always a good remedy for everything.
And just incase you haven’t: remove any rings on your fingers and toes.
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on: 27th September 11