What department should an elderly woman with leg swelling visit?

In general, elderly women with leg swelling may visit departments such as gastroenterology, cardiology, endocrinology, nephrology, or vascular surgery. The specific analysis is as follows:

1. Gastroenterology

Leg swelling may be caused by conditions such as liver cirrhosis or ascites. Patients should follow medical advice and use medications such as furosemide injection, bumetanide tablets, and Anluo Huaxian pills for treatment.

2. Cardiology

Common diseases include hypertension and coronary atherosclerotic heart disease, which often present symptoms such as leg swelling, headache, and palpitations. When leg swelling occurs, cardiovascular causes should be considered. It is recommended to promptly visit the hospital for examination to determine the underlying cause and receive appropriate drug therapy under a doctor's guidance. Commonly prescribed medications include digoxin tablets and deslanoside injection.

3. Endocrinology

If an elderly woman experiences leg swelling accompanied by fatigue, thyroid function should be evaluated to check for possible hypothyroidism. In such cases, consultation with the endocrinology department is recommended. Treatment may include medications such as spironolactone tablets and levothyroxine sodium tablets, used according to medical instructions.

4. Nephrology

Kidney diseases—caused by factors such as genetics, infections, or tumors—such as glomerulonephritis, may lead to symptoms including edema and hematuria. Patients should follow medical advice and use medications such as furosemide injection and erythromycin tablets for treatment.

5. Vascular Surgery

If swelling occurs in only one leg, it could be due to lower extremity varicose veins or arterial stenosis, often accompanied by symptoms such as chest tightness and shortness of breath. Immediate evaluation and treatment at the vascular surgery department are recommended. Medications such as diosmin tablets and enteric-coated aspirin capsules may be prescribed under medical supervision.

In addition, patients may also consult rheumatology and immunology, general internal medicine, or emergency medicine. If any discomfort occurs, it is recommended to seek timely medical attention and use appropriate medications under a doctor’s guidance.