Looks like I'm retaining water??? Swollen feet & lower legs?

(deactivated member)
on 8/11/08 6:59 am - Clear Lake, MN

Any advice to why this is happening?

My feet & lower legs seem a little swollen, also my tummy area is bigger.....almost like it's going to be that time of the month... Also the scale went up 3 - 4 pounds, in 4 days? I've been very active with bike rides and hiking.......Any idea's???? I have been drinking water, but not as much as usual.......I did bring & drink water on our bike ride & hike.......

We've been on vacation since Thursday night, so I've been more active......Thought the scale would go down if anything.......

Thanks in advance, Kelly

Darla S.
on 8/11/08 7:02 am - Maple Grove, MN

RNY on 04/27/07

Could it BE "that time"? Could it be that you've been more active on less water and therefore your body is retaining what it's got? I'd up your water intake, and if things don't get better in a day or two, maybe a trip to your PCP is in order...

HOW YA BEEN, ANYWAY, STRANGER???!!! Been missing your pretty face around here!

Imperfect does not = unsuccessful

(deactivated member)
on 8/11/08 7:44 am - Clear Lake, MN

RNY on 01/03/08

Darla,

Thanks, I've missed you too & my coffee........We have been going non stop.......This is the most active I've been in 25 years......... 4 mile bike rides, 4 mile hikes, it's great......My hip has been hurting though......This old body ain't used to this exercise........

Well as far as "that time of the month" I've already had it twice in the past month.....uhhh. I can't wait for the Ablation surgery.......The 28th baby.......Hopefully no more periods or very little ones.........

Seriously, I do miss you......Missed so many of you this weekend.......But am having a wonderful time with Hubby & Marek.....

Kelly

Connie D.
on 8/11/08 8:40 am, edited 8/11/08 8:40 am

RNY on 08/29/07

Hi Kelly...so great to see you here today!!

You have been missed.....MG coffee just wasn't the same without you!!

I am glad to hear you and your family are having a great time. making many memories I am sure!

As for the swelling. I agree with Darla...more water....if that doesn't help........ time for a doctor visit. You may need a water retention pill. I have to take Lasix(sp?) once in awhile.

Hope to see you Saturday!! Hugs, connie d

(deactivated member)
on 8/11/08 11:17 pm - Clear Lake, MN

RNY on 01/03/08

Connie,

I'm going to drink more water today, see if it helps......Do they sell water retention pills over the counter?

Coffee Saturday for sure in St. Cloud...Kelly F. and I will be there at 10am.....Can't wait, I missed you all so much this past weekend.

Kelly

Connie D.
on 8/11/08 11:26 pm

RNY on 08/29/07

Kelly....I am not sure if they sell over the counter pills or not. I would think they would, but probably not in the strength that you get with a perscription brand.

Hugs, connie d

Sandy .
on 8/11/08 10:15 am - MN

RNY on 02/21/08

Hi Kel,
IMHO... it's gyno related. I hope once you have the ablation things will settle down. I think your hormones are all over the place and your body is feeling out of whack.
Never hurts to drink more water.

~ SANDY ~ 5'9" HW 291/SW 274/GW 174/CW 155
Starting BMI 40.4 Extremly Obese ~ Current BMI 22.8 Normal

(deactivated member)
on 8/11/08 11:20 pm - Clear Lake, MN

RNY on 01/03/08

Sandy,

93 pounds......Holy cow.....You just flew by me.....Will I reconise you next time I see you?

It could be all hormones.....I'm starting to break out again on my face which is a sign my monthly is coming.....If that's the case it will be my 3rd time.....geez......It keeps getting worse, I can't wait for this surgery......

Kelly