I've always had a problem before surgery and now it's happening again....I'm eating right, getting the proper protein and water intake.....walking as much as I can with an inured foot! But dang it-still retaining water!! Any suggestions on breaking the cycle?? HELP!

I have the same issue. I took a mild diuretic before surgery and was so happy to get off of it right after surgery. Then, about 2 months post op I started retaining water again, so I had to start back on it. I really want to get off of it, so I am gradually weaning myself. I'm hoping that once I get some more weight off and it's not 100 degrees outside, I'll be able to. As far as what you can do - limit your salt intake, (be sure to look for sodium content in everything you eat), exercise, and elevate your feet when sitting. Also, if you have access to a swimming pool, spending a little time in there will help force some of the fluid out of your extremities (the pressure from the water helps move fluids from soft tissue). Other than that, diuretics prescribed by your doc and weight loss are your next best options, and it looks like you are doing great with your loss!

Are you on any prescriptions that cause water retention?? I am on antibiotics at the moment and am retaining like crazy. Just a few more days and I'm finished!

I've always had a problem before surgery and now it's happening again....I'm eating right' date=' getting the proper Protein and Water intake.....walking as much as I can with an inured foot! But dang it-still retaining water!! Any suggestions on breaking the cycle?? HELP![/quote']

Ive had the same problem prior ti surgery. Was really looking forward to a normal ankle (that's were my Fluid lands)...2 days ago my ankle swelled. I have some lasix think I will take onw today.

Not on any meds that would make me retain...still don't know why?