Question 1

is it normal to have a swollen leg during the second trimester? i'm at 21 weeks.

Accepted Answer

Yes and No: If both legs are swollen equally this is fairly normal during pregnancy.  However, if one leg is swollen more than the other you should see a doctor as soon as possible.  It may be that you have a DVT (Deep Venous Thrombosis) which can be quite dangerous and even fatal if left untreated.

Question 2

why does a swollen leg sometimes feel warm?

Accepted Answer

Increased blood flow: Swollen leg can feel warm when cellulitis (infection of the soft tissues) is the cause.  The inflammatory response to persistent swelling known as lipodermatosclerosis in venous disease is often painful and warm.  Common denominator is vasodilation, relaxing of the vessel wall, resulting in increased blood flow, and hence the warmth.

Question 3

why does my swollen leg feel warm to the touch?

Accepted Answer

Increased blood flow: Swelling with warmth means increased blood flow. Please have it evaluated as to the cause.

Question 4

why is my injured swollen leg warmer than the other?

Accepted Answer

Make sure that: It is not thrombophlebitis, which can lead to pulmonary embolism.  You should show it to a doctor so serious conditions are excluded.

Question 5

swollen leg,red knees and hot?

Accepted Answer

Time to see the doc: Inflamed knees strongly suggests a systemic arthritis.  One red swollen knee would be more likely an infection or injury, The swollen leg would make more sense if it were both legs. Either mechanism require a doc's examination.

Question 6

does a swollen leg always mean you have a blood clot?

Accepted Answer

Us: Ultrasound will give you the answer.

Question 7

what does a swollen leg look like if you have a blood clot?

Accepted Answer

Larger: The leg that has the clot is usually larger than the one that doesn't and usually has some pain from the pressure on the nerves from the swelling.

Question 8

how long should i wait to see dr for swollen leg if i have a history of blood clot in same leg?

Accepted Answer

Swelling leg bloodcl: You should see your doctor asap and get examined and get venous vascular studies done, it is more important in your case as you have had blood clot in the same leg, but even if you did not have history of that, one sided leg swelling you should see your doctor.

Question 9

how can i help my swollen leg?

Accepted Answer

Find the cause.: There are many reasons for a swollen leg, some of them serious. This is not the forum to discuss them all. You need to see a doctor.

Question 10

can a swollen leg get so swollen it starts to split the skin?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely: It is entirely possible.  If you have chronically swollen legs, it is important to get the swelling down as effectively as possible.  When severe chronic swelling occurs, meticulous skin care is essential to make sure your skin doesn't split and that you don't get an infection.

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