Mythbuster: ‘Her ankles are very swollen – she needs water tablets’

GP Dr Peter Bagshaw explains why it is important to avoid inappropriate use of diuretics in ankle oedema It’s a common scenario in primary care for GPs to be asked to prescribe ‘water tablets’ – diuretics – to elderly patients with swollen ankles.  Carers, the patients themselves, and even healthcare professionals often believe that diuretics... Read moreThe post Mythbuster: ‘Her ankles are very swollen – she needs water tablets’ appeared first on Nursing in Practice.
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