Question 1

what causes one leg swelling?

Accepted Answer

Several things: It could be cellulitis, deep or superficial venous thrombosis , lymphadema.

Question 2

how do you get leg swelling down?

Accepted Answer

Edema: Leg elevation. Need to find the cause for swelling in order to treat accordingly (check heart, lungs, liver, blood pressure, infection and many other conditions). Avoid salt. Some conditions happen on both legs other in one leg (ie, blood clots) see doctor.

Question 3

is severe leg swelling after an injury bad?

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Yes if non compliant: Need to elevate and rest. Swelling decrease healing.

Question 4

what can cause a sudden increase in leg swelling?

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Fluid retention: If it is just one leg, then it usually infers something in the leg itself including blood clot, infection, gout, injury, etc.  if it is both legs, that usually suggests systemic fluid retention which usually collects first in the legs.  Either way, don't hesitate to be seen and accurately diagnosed.

Question 5

what is the definition or description of: leg swelling?

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?infection: Leg swelling could be due to infection, allergy, poor circulation/congestive heart failure or lymphadema.  If you have leg swelling you  should see your doctor.

Question 6

might drinking too many fluids cause leg swelling?

Accepted Answer

Water and gravity: Our bodies need a large amount of water  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 7

what are the causes of leg swelling and how to treat it?

Accepted Answer

Many things: Trauma such as broken bones, sprains, strains.  Problems with veins and lymphatic systems.  Systemic disorders such as high blood pressure, and heart failure.  Blood clots may cause swelling of one leg. Treatment can include elevation and compressive wraps along with medication.  See your primary care physician for an evaluation.

Question 8

can you die from lower leg swelling?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Lower leg swelling is a symptom, not a diagnosis. It should be evaluated by a physician.

Question 9

why does pericarditis cause leg swelling?

Accepted Answer

Pericarditis : Pericarditis typically has a relatively benign course in uncomplicated cases.  Conversely, patients with high-risk features (ie, high fever, large pericardial effusion, cardiac tamponade, failure to respond to antiinflammatory therapy) are at increased risk of short-term complications. Leg swelling is not a common presentation of pericarditis, but could potentially be a feature of heart failure.

Question 10

is lower leg swelling a sign of some disease?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Many things can cause this, including simply being obese, having vein disease, a low protein state, blood clots, tumors. It really depends on the rest of the history and what a physical exam finds.

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