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vaguy
Is leg swelling a symptom of Hep c:???? Anyone experience this??
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copyman
have your father see a hepatologist right away. having fluid build up (edema) in the legs and sometimes stomach is a sign that the liver is not working properly. this usually means cirrhosis has taken hold of the liver. wishing your dad the best.
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My father is experiencing leg swelling and at times can not walk because of this.  He has been an alcoholic for over 30 years.  Is this relate to the problems he is experiencing.  What can be done?
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