I have had HepC for probably 40 years..In 2003 I did the treatment for 48 weeks, it did not clear out the disease, but reduced my viral load to 48000. Just this week i have experienced some swelling in feet ankles and legs during the day, at night it goes away but I think the fluid goes to my abdomen. I have dr appt. but it is a month out. Should I push for sooner appt. ? How critical is this new and only symptom?