A 220-pound Caucasian male just turned 45 and complains to his physician of swelling in his abdomen, puffiness in the face and legs. Recently he noticed he is bruising more easily. He is 6 feet 2 inches with a blood pressure of 135/75 and 50% hematocrit. His appearance is important to his career in show business and he mentioned a custody battle with his ex-wife causing some additional stress.
What are the possible diagnosis?
Diabetes
Kidney Disease, proteinuria
Dehydration
Hypoglycemia
Liver Disease
Rhadomyolysis
Heart disease
ANSWER :
The possible diagnosis for swelling in abdomen, puffiness in face and legs, easy bruising, slight raise in blood pressure are -
* Kidney disease
* Proteinuria
* Heart disease
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