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Advice please, worried about elderly mum with swollen legs and ankles due to amlipodine.

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jinnie1975
jinnie1975

My mum is 85 and always been in good health apart from high blood pressure, which she has taken medication for years, the most recent of which is amplipodine. She saw the nurse for regular check up and she spotted mum's ankles and legs are swollen so took her off the amlipodine straight away (about 1 week ago). My concern is she now seems not her usual self, she can't walk much as she in pain due to the swelling, she also has severe back pain which seems to have come on more or less the same time as her swollen legs/ankles.

I'm just wondering if anyone knows if the swelling/pain is temporary and that she will recover ok now she isn't on the amlipodine? 

Thanks in advance

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  • paul99731
    paul99731 jinnie1975

    Posted

    Lots of comments about ampolodine the best thing is to change the tablet.the swelling took a month to go down properly and now I back to losartan with bumetanide water tablet 1mg.There are lots of blood pressure tablets to take
  • jinnie1975
    jinnie1975

    Posted

    I pretty sure she hasn't had any diuretics, I do know she was prescribed some calcium tablets but she couldn't swallow them and wouldn't take them. Dad's taking her back to see the doc next week if there is still no sign of improvement.

    She seems very lethargic and has no appetite, she's only 4'11" and about 7.5 stone. From what I've read she probably is experiencing withdrawal symptoms and I'm hoping she'll start picking up soon. I'm trying to be positive.

    • MrsO-UK_Surrey
      MrsO-UK_Surrey jinnie1975

      Posted

      Jinnie

      There are calcium tablets that are chewable so might be better for your Mum if she has difficulty swallowing.  They are called Calcichew and have added Vitamin D.  Talking of Vit D, many of us have been found to be deficient, and the Vit D in the Calcichew won't be sufficient to increase Vit D levels to normal.  That needs a high dose pure Vit D3 tablet (Colecalciferol), and once into normal levels, the Calcichew will be fine as a daily maintenance dose.  If she hasn't had a Vit D blood test, then do ask for one - older people in particular are more likely to be Vit D deficient, and such deficiency can lead to many nasty conditions if left untreated.  If a booster is needed, it will help the body to absorb more calcium from food, thereby helping to ward of thinning of the bones (Osteoporosis).  As you say your Mum has no appetite, then she is probably unlikely to be eating sufficient food, in which case someone should have suggested giving her some fortifying supplements - there are special drinks available. 

  • Amandae
    Amandae jinnie1975

    Posted

    Hi I was just reading the amlipodine leaflet again, as my husbands ankles have swollen up today, and notice that back pain is listed as result of a swollen pancreas, so best get it checked, hope your mum is ok soon.
  • jinnie1975
    jinnie1975

    Posted

    Hi all, mum was taken into a&e this morning after severe vomiting, after blood tests, xrays and ct scan we now know that her bowel cancer has returned and has caused an obstruction in the bowel but also the cancer is now in her kidneys too.

    Won't know until tomorrow what exactly the docs can do, main thing is she is comfortable and not in any pain.

    Thank you for all your support.

    • mike92384
      mike92384 jinnie1975

      Posted

      Hi jinnie1975..

      Thanks for letting us know about your Mom. I'll certainly remember her in my prayers. Stay strong!!!!

    • jinnie1975
      jinnie1975 mike92384

      Posted

      Thank you. I'm trying but it's very hard to be strong right now. I will miss her so much.
    • MrsO-UK_Surrey
      MrsO-UK_Surrey jinnie1975

      Posted

      Oh, Jinnie, I'm so sorry to hear what's happened to your Mum.  There's no easy way for you to cope with this but it must at least be a little comforting for you, your Dad and the rest of your family to know that she isn't in any pain.  I do hope there is some positive news tomorrow.
    • nannylynn
      nannylynn jinnie1975

      Posted

      I am so sorry about your mum Jinnie. In my prayers, both of you.
  • jinnie1975
    jinnie1975

    Posted

    Mum passed away on Thursday night. She went peacefully and pain free, which is a blessing. I stayed with her for four days in hospital, but my brother was with her when she went, so she wasn't alone. She was a remarkable woman ho lived a rich life and I will miss her every moment for the rest of my life. I will honour her memory by sharing the unconditional love she gave me with children and the ones around me. Rest In Peace beautifyl lady.
    • MrsO-UK_Surrey
      MrsO-UK_Surrey jinnie1975

      Posted

      Oh Jinnie, my heart goes out to you and there are few words that will comfort you right now.  Your Mum was blessed to have your love and you, in turn, have been blessed to have had such a lovely sounding Mum, who no doubt, has left you with some wonderful memories - those memories will never fade and will help to get you through these difficult early days.  With love and hugs to you and your family.xx 
    • mike92384
      mike92384 jinnie1975

      Posted

      Hi Jinnie...

      My heart goes out to you as well. Your Mum will always be cherished,

      & you have beautiful fond memories that will last forever. Take comfort in the knowledge that she is finally enjoying the peace she so richly deserves. 

    • nannylynn
      nannylynn jinnie1975

      Posted

      Hi Jinnie,

      I am so sorry for the loss of your mum Jinnie. You may not have your dear mum with you but no-one can take away your cherished memories. I believe your mum is in a better place but she will always live on through you and your children. As time goes on you will be able to dwell in those moments you shared, without the acute pain you feel now. God bless.

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