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My father aged 79 is diagnosed for pitting edema in the left leg. The symptoms of swelling are more pronounced in the lower part of the knees and around the ankle area. The symptoms are for more than a period of 5 years. The above medical conditions has not restricted his movements as he is able to walk freely. Pls let us know the treatment and medicine to cure the above medical condition in allopathy or in natural medicine?
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Pitting oedema could be due to various reasons such as overweight,kidney problems,varicose veins & so on. Proper diagnosis is important to select appropriate treatment . Thanks
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