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I am 54 year old male, weight 78 kg and as per my height I am overweight. I have problem of hypothyroidism- now in normal range as taking medicine regularly. My problem - calf muscle pain with pitting edema after a day long work - mostly office admn work. Get relief if walk. Need advise both for drug (any discipline) and non drug therapy.
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Hello I am sure you are aware of importance of having proper weight. So it is necessary for you to exercise more preferably brisk walking for more than one hour a day. Simultaneously cut down your calories by 500 per day. You have work towards bringing your bmi nearer 23 kg per sq meter. This will help you reduce swelling and improve fitness.
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