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Water retension
I know my thighs are retaining water, they are bigger than usual and I can feel the tightness in my jeans, but only in my upper legs. My waist fits me the same. I started noticing it about a month or so ago and when I brought it up to my Dr. she didn't seem too concerned. I feel like I'm going crazy! But I know my body. Has anyone else had this problem? And what could the causes?
Have you ever had trouble with edema prior to your WLS? Have you had any PS on your thighs or TT? I was just wondering because I have heard that sometimes thigh surgery can make you retain lots of fluids in your lower body. You are right though, no one know your body like you do. I hope you find out soon what is causing your issues.
Tess
Starting Wt 306; Losing Wt 155; Goal Wt 145: Regain Wt 225; Current Wt 157
PS: FDL Tummy Tuck, Hernia Repair 5/17/12, TT Revision, Butt and Thigh Lift 4/18/13
Low proteins may cause that. When did you have last blood test? also - poor drainage - you may need to see - google- exercise to allow the water to drain from your legs. Have you been standing lately a lot? also - some exercise may cause to increase the leg muscles...
Hala. RNY 5/14/2008; Happy At Goal =HAG
"I can eat or do anything I want to - as long as I am willing to deal with the consequences"
"Failure is not falling down, It is not getting up once you fell... So pick yourself up, dust yourself off, and start all over again...."
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