Cold Feet

I have always suffered from cold feet at nights. When I got my pacemaker my problem seemed to get worse. The problem of being cold gradually crept up my legs to my knees. I have also noticed that my left leg is actually 2cm bigger around than my right. I wonder if this is anything to do with my pacmaker if the lower setting is now too low to cope. lowest rate is 50bpm. Just a thought. Or is it the GO disease (getting old.) Cheers Billie

3 Comments

Oh boy!

by bambi - 2008-01-29 03:01:12

Hi Billie,
I really hope you get your leg checked out! It could be so many things from a clot to a blockage, or even your thyroid. I have had a serious SVC blockage that needed surgery and I now have another blockage that is causing my left arm to swell and get bigger. At any rate, I encourage you to get this checked out, even if it eases your mind! Take care,
Bambi

cold feet

by luckyloo - 2008-01-29 06:01:06

are you on a beta blocker or a BP med like norvasc? atenolol?

side affects are cold extremities and swelling of the extremities. if so, the dosage just needs to be lowered.

luckyloo

cold feet

by Blueaustralia - 2008-01-30 02:01:24

Thanks to all who replied. I have a doc's appt on Monday. I am on ramipril and ativan for high bp. Cheers Billie

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