Question 1

what could cause swollen legs?

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Leg swelling.: Many things from simple dietary indiscretions, such as an excess of salt, to medical conditions including congestive heart failure, kidney insufficiency or liver insufficiency, can cause the legs to swell.  Could also be related to arthritis, gout, plantar fasciitis or even medications (calcium channel blockers or NSAIDs like Naproxen).  Work-up is necessary.

Question 2

what is the treatment for swollen legs due to sunburn?

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First: take an anti-: Inflammatory agents. For Ibuprofen the dose is 10 mg/kg/dose taken after meals every 8 hrs. Tylenol (acetaminophen) is not an anti-inflammatory drug and it also taken every 4 hrs.  It is much less doable outside a hospital setting. Tylenol (acetaminophen) dosing is 10-15 mg/kg/dose every 4 hrs.

Question 3

35 yr old male. dull aches in right peck and arm. swollen legs. what could this be?

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Dangerous: Could be lung, liver, heart, kidney and miscellaneous disease. Check with your doc. This is nothing to fool around. See your doc asap.

Question 4

do you know where to buy pants for someone with lymphedema swollen legs, i mean waist is not a problem?

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Medical supply store: Graduated compression hose generally require a prescription from you doctor. They will need to specify the extent of the pressure needed and you will need to get measured for them. This is usually a service of a medical supply store in your community . These are generally not available at pharmacies or drug stores.

Question 5

my nan have very swollen legs and ankles. she is 74. on water tablets for this. now the legs are weeping water and very painful?

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Swollen legs: Swollen les can be caused by many different things such as high blood pressure, infection, heart or kidney failure but when weeping drainage it may be much more serious like cellulitis. Call the dr. Right away.

Question 6

i have been coming home from work with swollen legs and my back thighs have been painful as if i went to gym.
#cardiac history in family?

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Need to examine: It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without examining you and your symptoms warrant evaluation by a physician. However, if you are overweight, losing weight would help, easier said than done. You may also try to limit your salt intake. If you have to stand at work, try to find a soft mat to keep under your feet.
For good health - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Drink enough water daily, so that your urine is mostly colorless. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco, alcohol, weed or street drugs in any form. 
Practice safe sex, if you have sex.

Question 7

what causes swollen legs?

Accepted Answer

Various causes: The commonest causes of bilateral leg swelling are  fluid retention which may be caused by weak or incompetent veins, heart failure,liver or kidney disorders, some medications, excess salt ingestion, underactive thyroid,etc. Your physician will evaluate you and order any needed tests in order to make a diagnosis.

Question 8

my swollen legs are getting worse?

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: Leg swelling or edema is an important sign that has to be placed in the context of your known conditions and current treatment by your treating physician as specific tests and meds adjustments are needed.

Question 9

sunburn swollen legs ankles what should i do?

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Apply aloe: Elevate the legs and take an antiinflammatory like Motrin or alleve if not contraindicated for any reason.

Question 10

is menopause related to swollen legs (calves)?

Accepted Answer

No: Swelling in your legs is not a symptom of menopause. This might be concerning for other problems such as heart disease. This should prompt evaluation by your doctor.

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