Atrial fibrillation with lower extremity swelling can be treated with general therapy, medication, and surgery.
When a patient develops atrial fibrillation, anorexia, dyspnea, and swelling of the lower extremities occur due to disturbances in the electrical activity of the atria and a decrease in the ability of the atria to contract and pump blood, leading to cardiac insufficiency. It may also be caused by venous thrombosis of the lower extremities.
Its treatment modalities are mainly:
1. General treatment: attention should be paid to a light diet and restriction of salt and water intake.
2. Drug treatment: diuretics should be taken according to the condition to reduce edema, such as furosemide and spironolactone. Prognostic treatment can also be carried out for the heart to improve the prognosis, such as enalapril, candesartan, metoprolol, digoxin and so on.
3. Surgery: If there is a big difference in the degree of swelling between two sides of the lower limbs, it suggests that there may be venous thrombosis of the lower limbs, and surgery may be needed for treatment.
It is recommended to use medication under the guidance of the doctor, do not take medication on your own to avoid adverse reactions. If there is any discomfort, consult a doctor in time.