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I'm worried about taking statins and side effects

Heart & Blood Health | Last Active: Mar 8, 2023 | Replies (72)
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These dents just seemed to keep
Popping up since I started taking the statins ...are you saying these dents could be pitting edema? I didn’t think pitting edema would leave permanent dents. I don’t know why but I thought that was when you pushed on your skin and the skin didn’t bounce back as quickly as it should so I am confused by that. I have had no experience with it and I am scared!
What is lymphedema?

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John, Volunteer Mentor | @johnbishop | May 28, 2021

You are correct about the pitting edema. It may not be related to the dents I have in my legs but they seemed more pronounced when my legs were swollen with the lymphedema which is a long-term condition where excess fluid collects in tissues causing swelling (edema) and why I have to wear compression socks to help push the excess fluids up towards my waist. More info here on the condition - https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/180919

I would discuss the dents with your doctor. Since there is no associated pain with the dents I think that is a good sign.

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