farmwife3 Posted September 12, 2003 Share Posted September 12, 2003 My stepfather has lung cancer that has metastasized to the bone. He is swollen from this toes to his waist. He can take only a small dose of water pills for fear of dehydration. Is this a typical condition, or is there something more that could be done to make him more comfortable? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cindy RN Posted September 12, 2003 Share Posted September 12, 2003 I was told to use TED hose last yr when I some trouble with the swelling. Ask the DR to see if he/she thinks that might help? Good Luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted September 12, 2003 Share Posted September 12, 2003 When mky wife's legs start to swell, she takes a diuretic like Lasix, prescribed by the onc. and the pulm. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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