problem with swelling on leg

my left leg is way larger than my right and my feet and ankles are both swollen .I experience coldness below my knees on both legs and a slight pink color on my lower legs.I can not get a doctor to tell me whats wrong and suggestions? btw i am recently diagnosed a type 2 diabetic.

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LivingInHope

Oct 04, 2010

To: mady1954

It's a shame you haven't found the right doctor for you! You should see a caring doctor who will be willing to rule out things, including as serious as congestive heart failure, kidney failure, and lymphedema. See private message for more causes of leg edema (swelling).

mady1954

Oct 04, 2010

To: SurgiMenopause

thank you , i am seeing a new docor and hoping he will help me with this problem.

LivingInHope

Oct 04, 2010

To: mady1954

You're welcome! I'd like an update, if you care to share, so feel free to private message me one!

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