Question 1

for years, ive had swelling in my feet & legs. constant swelling. i drink lots of water, eat healthy, work out. nothing helps. is this a health issue?

Accepted Answer

The swelling, edema: in medical terms, is additional extracellular water retained in the tissues. Lots of water intake without matching output will ↑ the edema. Due to gravity, edema nearly always greatest in portions of body lowest for hours at a time &amp; shifts with prolonged changes in body position. Edema ↑es with ↓ed albumen, ↑ed capillary leakage &amp; ↑ed venous pressures due to whatever combination of causes.

Question 2

my feet keep swelling ony ankles i've had a blood test results all good i don't eat much salt what could it be i am a mother to 4 kids?

Accepted Answer

Venous : Insufficiency is one thing, i would have your blood pressure checked. You did not mention if you take any medications sometimes this may be a side effect of one...

Question 3

my left foot has been swollen for 4 days. what can i do to reduce the swelling? i am a 40 year female who is overweight and am inactive. i stood on my feet the last several days cooking. i have a heart condition too.

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If : If only one foot is swollen, it's unlikely it's from fluid retention or your heart.  It's probably something local.  It's hard to say exactly what is causing your swelling, although varicose veins and/or phlebitis come to mind.

You're best off having your primary care physician take a look, especially given that you have a heart condition as well.

Question 4

i recently notice i have these strange redish pink lines on my lower leg, close to my ankles. and when i drink alcohol my feet swell. are they related?

Accepted Answer

Alcohol: Can cause swelling in feet as it acts as a vasodilator (opens up blood vessels) the streaks I can't comment on without seeing them.

Question 5

swollen ankles due to spastic cerebral palsy n i'm on my feet all day as cashier can i take ibuprofen 600mg to reduce swelling can barely walk?

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Yes: unless you have a sensitivity or allergy to NSAIDS or you have had a previous G.I. ulcer, you should be able to take the ibuprofen for the pain and swelling you're experiencing.

Question 6

swelling in my feet & ankles w/ bug bites on legs that itched a lot & after scratching i noticed the swelling. what can i do to get swelling down?

Accepted Answer

Control the itching: The body reacts to bites as an immune response. This reaction causes swelling.   Controlling the itching will also help.  Scratching makes them worse.  One home remedy is to apply vinegar to the bites.  This actually neutralizes the toxins causing the reaction.  Rest the legs.  Keep them elevated above heart level. Hose with  at least 20 mm Hg compression up to the knee will also help.

Question 7

episodes of redness, burning sensation, numbness and vein swelling in my feet, ankles, and sometimes hands at night or when standing. the skin itself is not cracked or dry. socks, shoes and hot shower makes worse. elevating feet helps. any ideas?

Accepted Answer

Need to examine: It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without additional history, physical examination and may be some tests. It would be prudent to see your doctor. 
If you are overweight, losing weight is imperative.
Wish you good health!

Question 8

what can i do to bring down the swelling in my feet and ankles?

Accepted Answer

Water and gravity: Our bodies have a large amount of water  needed to keep organs functioning. The vessels that carry the fluids are not perfect and they can leak. Also, our tissues have a certain amount of water to stay moist and pliable.  Gravity works to pull the fluids down towards the feet even in healthy people.  It will worsen as the day progresses.  Treatment is compression socks/elevation. Avoid water pills.

Question 9

had colon removed. now i have severe swelling in my feet and ankles?

Accepted Answer

: This signifies either fluid retention or low protein pl see your doc ASAP.

Question 10

what to do if i have extreme swelling in my feet and ankles, docs can't find out why. help?

Accepted Answer

Swelling Feet/Ankles: Severe swelling in the feet and ankles is a major concern. It could be from poor venous return and simply need support hose, much more foot elevation daily, a reduction in salt intake, and more ankle exercises. It could also be from kidney and cardiac causes and should be worked up carefully. Dr rich blake.

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For years, ive had swelling in my feet & legs. constant swelling. i drink lots of water, eat healthy, work out. nothing helps. is this a health issue?

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My feet keep swelling ony ankles i've had a blood test results all good i don't eat much salt what could it be i am a mother to 4 kids?

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My left foot has been swollen for 4 days. what can i do to reduce the swelling? i am a 40 year female who is overweight and am inactive. i stood on my feet the last several days cooking. i have a heart condition too.

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I recently notice i have these strange redish pink lines on my lower leg, close to my ankles. and when i drink alcohol my feet swell. are they related?

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Swollen ankles due to spastic cerebral palsy n i'm on my feet all day as cashier can i take ibuprofen 600mg to reduce swelling can barely walk?

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Swelling in my feet & ankles w/ bug bites on legs that itched a lot & after scratching i noticed the swelling. what can i do to get swelling down?

A member asked:

Episodes of redness, burning sensation, numbness and vein swelling in my feet, ankles, and sometimes hands at night or when standing. the skin itself is not cracked or dry. socks, shoes and hot shower makes worse. elevating feet helps. any ideas?

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What can i do to bring down the swelling in my feet and ankles?

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Had colon removed. now i have severe swelling in my feet and ankles?

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What to do if i have extreme swelling in my feet and ankles, docs can't find out why. help?

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